Lab Operations Manager and Research Technician – Antibody Discovery Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,400 - 57,200; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston is seeking a candidate to assist in scientific research and clinical tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting tests, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry and 1-4 years of experience in a related field. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $52,400 - $57,200.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of related experience is preferred.
• Must develop technical expertise and apply institutional policies.
• Ability to analyze situations or data of moderate scope.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Conduct biological and biochemical tests and analyses.
• Analyze data and write reports and summaries of findings.
• Participate in manuscript preparation and grant applications.

Skills

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, or medicine

Excellent communication skills

Ability to analyze information

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

Job description

The positions in this job family will assist scientists in performing scientific research, development and/or clinical tasks of varying complexity. In general, they will assist in the set up, operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment, monitoring experiments, making observations and calculating and recording results.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment
• Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies. Collaborates with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors
• Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses, including the collection of information and samples from organic substances, such as blood, drugs, and animals
• Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. May be expected to participate in formal and information presentations of results to staff
• Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required
• Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities
• Monitors laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory
• Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications
• May be responsible for the development, modification and improvement of standard operating procedures
• Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology applications to perform work duties
• May be responsible for designing and executing advanced experiments and setting strategy
• May be responsible for the examination of animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems
• May be responsible for monitoring laboratory budgets

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred
• Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff
• Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks
• Ability to work within a team environment

Minimum Job Qualifications

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology or chemistry, and 1-4 years of related experience. Candidates should develop technical expertise, apply institutional policies to address various issues, and analyze situations or data of moderate scope. The role involves exercising judgment within established procedures and building productive internal and external working relationships.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.

Patient Contact

None

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$52,400.00 - $57,200.00

EEO Statement

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.