Research Scientist 1, Chung Lab

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institution is seeking a Research Scientist 1 to work in the Chung Lab at the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory. The successful candidate will independently conduct experiments, optimize protocols, and collaborate with various teams to ensure data generation and progress in a large NIH-funded research center. This pivotal role requires expertise in spatial transcriptomics and proteomics, as well as coordination with project teams and deliverables. Join a dynamic team focused on groundbreaking research.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct experiments and optimize various protocols for consistent results.
• Work closely with teams to conduct necessary protocol validation experiments.
• Assist with quarterly/annual progress reports for funded research projects.
• Ensure timely data generation and experimental research progress.

Job description

RESEARCH SCIENTIST 1, CHUNG LAB, Picower Institute for Learning and Memory, is a pivotal role responsible for generating spatial transcriptomic and proteomic optical imaging data of human and non-human primate brains, utilizing the novel technology pipeline established by the Chung Lab, including tissue processing, molecular probe staining, and volumetric data acquisition using light sheet microscopes. Will be a direct contributor to a large NIH UM1 research center, entitled Center for Multi-scale Multi-Omic Human and Non-human Primate Atlas.

Responsibilities

• independently conduct experiments and optimize various protocols to ensure successful and consistent results;
• work closely with the collaborating teams across the center to conduct necessary protocol validation experiments;
• work closely with the Principal Investigator and key personnel of the Center to meet the milestone timeline via routine updates meeting with Project Teams/Programs/Cores for the center;
• assist with preparation of quarterly/annual progress reports for funded research projects;
• ensure timely data generation and experimental research progress;
• independently conduct and lead experiments to meet the requirement of overall center goals with assistance from junior research staff;
• participates in research activities taking place in lab;
• monitoring project deadlines and coordinating with PI/Key Personnel of the center.