Research Lab Tech 2 - Auditory Stimulation Research

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Lee Lab at Mass Eye and Ear seeks a motivated Research Lab Tech to perform advanced research tasks. You will support in-vivo surgeries using mouse and guinea pig models, assist with experimental design, data collection, and analysis, and contribute to collaborative clinical reviews.

A Bachelor's degree is required, with 1–2 years lab experience preferred, and a commitment to rigorous scientific methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 1–2 years of previous research lab experience preferred.
• Analytical skills to resolve technical problems and interpret data results.
• Strong computer skills for data handling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Executes protocols of non-routine experiments and assists with determining suitable methodologies.
• Performs design and modification of protocols as needed.
• Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data; prepares and presents reports.
• Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and statistical techniques.
• Participates in the design of experiments or field work; supports in-vivo surgeries with animal models as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Job description

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear InfirmaryMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummarySummaryCarries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.Does this position require Patient Care?NoEssential Functions-Executes protocols of non-routine experiments.-Assists PI with determining the most suitable methodology.-Performs basic design and modification of protocols.-Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.-Prepares and presents reports.-Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and Statistical Techniques.-Participates in the design of experiments or field work.QualificationsEducation Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems. - Ability to interpret acceptability of data results. - Strong Computer skills. - Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies.Additional Job Details (if applicable)The Lee Lab at Mass Eye and Ear and Harvard Medical School seeks a bright and motivated individual for a Research Lab Tech position. The research will focus on novel modes of auditory stimulation with an array of auditory prostheses, including cochlea implants and auditory brainstem implants using electrical, magnetic and optogenetic stimulation. Responsibilities will include a wide range of intricate in-vivo surgeries using transgenic mouse strains and guinea pigs including sterotaxic injection, auditory brainstem implantation, cochlea implantation, middle ear and inner ear injections, as well as maintaining animal colonies, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, data analyses and contributions to clinical reviews.Prior research experience is required. This position is ideal for someone interested in otolaryngology research or medical school. You will work on a team with physician-scientists, residents, medical and graduate students, and will have opportunities for shadowing.Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location243-245 Charles StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$24.28 - $39.43/HourlyGrade6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.