Research Technician II - Center for Genomic Medicine - Wheeler Lab

MedStar Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a motivated Research Technician to support ongoing genomic research projects focusing on diseases like Huntington's disease. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, lab experience, and strong skills in molecular biology, and will thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include conducting analyses, preparing solutions, and assisting with research design and publication efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience considered for Research Technician II.

Responsibilities

• Prepares basic solutions, performs procedures, and conducts analysis of results.
• Maintains laboratory notebook and organizes materials for publication.
• Assists the PI with experimental design and performs independent literature searches.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Analytical Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Wheeler Laboratory in the Center for Genomic Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) studies human diseases that are caused by expanded microsatellite repeats, with a principal focus on Huntington's disease (HD). We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our research group to support a number of ongoing projects. Skills employed will include molecular biology, work with mice, histology and mammalian cell culture. The ideal candidate will be highly driven, thrive in fast-paced, team-based environment, have strong inter-personal skills, and exhibit excellent organizational and computational skills. Strong skills in molecular biology and/or experience with mice would be a plus.
Please note, the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares basic solutions and performs base-level procedures as assigned (i.e. - pipetting, cell and tissue culture, etc.)
• Maintains laboratory notebook
• Understands and applies basic scientific techniques
• Conducts analysis of results and may begin interpretation of results
• Sets up and prepares routine experiments as directed
• Prepares lab reagents, chemicals, instruments and equipment
• May perform independent literature searches
• Assists with organizing materials for publication or presentation
• Maintains and orders supplies
• Execute protocols of non-routine experiments
• Assist the PI(s) with determining the most suitable methodology
• Perform basic design and modification of protocols
• Calculate, transcribe and analyze data
• Prepare and present reports
• Organize and summarize acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques.
• Organize and/or draft material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts and other documents for publication and/or presentation.
• Participate in the design of experiments or field work.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• Ability to perform multiple tasks independently
• Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical problems
• Ability to interpret acceptability of data results
• Working knowledge of data management programs
• Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 1 year ofdirectly relatedwork experience will be considered for a Research Technician II position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

A Research Technician II may serve as a team leader to lab assistants and Research Technician I's.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.