RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, College of Arts & Sciences, Biology BOSTON, MA

Boston University; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Boston is seeking a full-time Research Technician for the College of Arts & Sciences, Biology Department. The role involves data collection, maintaining beetle colonies, and laboratory management tasks. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree with relevant lab experience.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with data collection and laboratory safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Collect data in the field and lab, including beetle samples from local populations.
• Maintain beetle colonies and perform RNA isolation and gDNA extractions.
• Assist with database and inventory management.

Skills

Data Collection

Laboratory Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, College of Arts & Sciences, Biology

Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

25500881310523

Posted Date

5/23/2025

Salary Grade

Grade 25

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collect data in the field and lab, including beetle samples from local populations.
2. Maintain beetle colonies, including rearing, feeding, and cleaning housing. Keep accurate inventory of egg clutches, larval emergence, and adults from various populations, in collaboration with Dr. Strickland's laboratory.
3. Perform RNA isolation and gDNA extractions.
4. Assist with database and inventory management of insect colonies, laboratory materials, supplies, and records.
5. Contribute to laboratory maintenance alongside team members.
6. Follow laboratory safety, biohazard, and other relevant guidelines.
7. Learn and apply new experimental techniques and assays.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.