Entry-Level Research Protocol Technician (8-Week)

Active Site; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Active Site is seeking Research Protocol Technicians to work independently on cell and molecular biology projects in a small, hands-on lab setting at Kendall Square, Cambridge. You'll perform DNA assembly, mammalian cell culture, and transfection tasks in a controlled environment, primarily with your own desk and equipment provided, while avoiding ongoing mentorship.

The project emphasizes learning new skills with minimal prior biology experience; candidates from diverse STEM or non-STEM

Qualifications

• Entry-level role for individuals with limited biology lab experience.
• Currently enrolled in or hold a bachelor's degree in any domain (including non-biological STEM or humanities).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (citizen, permanent resident, or eligible to work).

Responsibilities

• Perform DNA assembly, mammalian cell culture, and transfection tasks in BSL-1/BSL-2 labs.
• Work independently without mentorship, using provided desk, lab bench, laptop, and phone.
• Contribute to project data collection on AI-assisted biology education.

Skills

Independent work

Self-learning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

DNA assembly

Mammalian cell culture

Mammalian cell transfection

Job description

Active Site is seeking Research Protocol Technicians to work independently on cell and molecular biology projects in a small, hands-on lab setting at Kendall Square, Cambridge. You'll perform DNA assembly, mammalian cell culture, and transfection tasks in a controlled environment, primarily with your own desk and equipment provided, while avoiding ongoing mentorship.

The project emphasizes learning new skills with minimal prior biology experience; candidates from diverse STEM or non-STEM