Research Lab Technician II

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is recruiting a Laboratory Research Technician to join the Musolino Laboratory in collaboration with leadership from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The role focuses on translating neuroscience research and requires prior rodent work, with supervision by scientists and principal investigators.

The position emphasizes technically advanced procedures, data analysis, and reporting, offering a stable, funded laboratory environment and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.
• Strong computer skills and data interpretation.
• Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Research techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Job description

Site: The General Hospital CorporationMass 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 Summary

The Musolino Laboratory at the Center for Genomic Medicine in collaboration with Dr. Linsday's laboratory of the Cardiology Department at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, a translational neuroscience laboratory focusing on developing gene targeted therapies for inherited cerebrovascular disorders that lead to stroke and leukodystrophy, ) is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic candidate to join our research group. This full-time position requires a committed individual with prior experience working with rodents and is ideal for a candidate looking for a stable position in a well-funded lab. The research technician will execute experimental procedures as defined in research meetings with supervision from research scientists and principal investigators.

Summary

Carries 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? No

Essential 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.

Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes
• Licenses and CredentialsExperiencePrevious 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)

Remote Type OnsiteWork Location 185 Cambridge StreetScheduled Weekly Hours 40Employee Type RegularWork Shift Day (United States of America)Pay Range $24.28 - $39.43/HourlyGrade 6

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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.

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