Cancer Metabolism Lab Technician - Part-Time

Harvard University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University in Boston invites applications for a part-time position in the Ubellacker Lab within the Department of Molecular Metabolism. The role offers hands-on exposure to cancer biology, metabolism, and translational research, coordinating samples and supporting both lab and clinical research activities.

The position emphasizes adherence to biosafety, meticulous record-keeping, and collaboration with clinicians and researchers.

Qualifications

• Related college coursework
• Experience with basic laboratory techniques
• Willingness to complete CITI training
• Interest in cancer research/metabolism/lipid biology

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical samples between clinical teams and the laboratory
• Follow biosafety and sample-handling protocols
• Maintain accurate sample and experimental records
• Prepare samples for immunofluorescence staining and microscopy
• Assist with imaging and analysis of experimental samples
• Support Western blotting, mammalian cell culture, and other molecular biology techniques
• Help with general laboratory organization and day-to-day research activities
• Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and other members of the laboratory team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

CITI training

Biology/biochemistry program

Cancer research interest

Immunofluorescence & Western blot

Attention to detail & protocols

Organizational & teamwork skills

Healthcare/clinical/lab experience (ok

Education

Enrollment in undergrad/grad biology/biochemistry/biomedical science

Job description

Harvard University in Boston invites applications for a part-time position in the Ubellacker Lab within the Department of Molecular Metabolism. The role offers hands-on exposure to cancer biology, metabolism, and translational research, coordinating samples and supporting both lab and clinical research activities.

The position emphasizes adherence to biosafety, meticulous record-keeping, and collaboration with clinicians and researchers.