Research Techician - Tothova Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,500 - 51,300; Full time

Job summary

A prominent cancer research institute in Boston is seeking a Research Technician to assist scientists with various research tasks. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting biological tests, and analyzing experimental data. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry, will have strong communication and teamwork skills, and possess attention to detail. The position offers a salary range of $47,500 to $51,300.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred.
• Ability to analyze information and address work-related issues.
• Must be thorough and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist scientists with scientific research and clinical tasks.
• Set up and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conduct biological and biochemical tests and analyses.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

Job description

The Research Technician role 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 cancer research and patient care.

• 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 informational 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 operating 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, with no prior professional experience necessary. Candidates will learn and apply technical principles, processes, and concepts, use institutional policies to address routine issues, and work on problems of limited scope. The role involves following standard practices to analyze situations or data and building stable internal working relationships.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.

PATIENT CONTACT

None

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.

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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).

$47,500.00 - $51,300.00