Grant-Funded Research Technician: Translational Lab Scientist

Tufts University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University in Boston, MA is seeking a Research Technician for a one-year, grant-funded position. You will work under the PI to perform routine experiments, including tissue culture, PCR, immunohistochemistry, electrophoresis, and protein purification, while maintaining careful lab records and assisting with data analysis.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in science and familiarity with standard lab techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science with up to one year laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine experiments following protocols to achieve results.
• Perform techniques such as tissue culture, PCR, immunohistochemistry, electrophoresis and protein purification.
• Record results and maintain accurate records of experiments.
• Assist with basic statistics and data analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and inventory of supplies.
• Prepare stock solutions, reagents and media.

Skills

Record keeping

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Tissue culture

PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Electrophoresis

Protein purification

Job description

Tufts University in Boston, MA is seeking a Research Technician for a one-year, grant-funded position. You will work under the PI to perform routine experiments, including tissue culture, PCR, immunohistochemistry, electrophoresis, and protein purification, while maintaining careful lab records and assisting with data analysis.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in science and familiarity with standard lab techniques.