Research Lab Tech I

UMass Med School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent medical research institution in Massachusetts seeks a Research Laboratory Technician I to conduct laboratory experiments, analyze biological samples, and maintain equipment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience, along with knowledge of Microsoft Office products. The role requires the ability to work independently and solve common problems, all within a wet chemistry laboratory environment. This position offers the chance to contribute to significant research on autoimmune diseases.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience is required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products is necessary.
• Ability to perform duties independently is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory experiments using both routine and special techniques.
• Assist in more complex laboratory tasks.
• Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Ability to perform duties independently

Judgment and action skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a variety of laboratory experiments using both routine and special techniques and methods
• Assist in more complex laboratory tasks
• Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples
• Record results, organize data, and perform basic computations
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment
• Comply with all safety and infection control standards
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to perform duties independently
• Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionucleotides, toxins, animals, and human specimens.

Additional Information

The Rothstein laboratory studies the regulation of lymphocyte activation and function, focusing on the role of autoantigens in systemic autoimmune diseases and how low-affinity autoreactive B cells are activated by engaging B cell receptors and Toll‑like receptors (TLR7/9). Research also examines the dual role of Fas‑ligand in regulating T cells and promoting inflammation and uses pseudo‑GVHD animal models to understand antigen‑dependent disease triggers and identify profibrotic CD8 T cell subsets in pulmonary fibrosis.

More information is available on the Rothstein laboratory website.