Research Technician II - Center for Genomic Medicine - Wheeler Lab

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Research Technician II to support groundbreaking research in human diseases. The role involves molecular biology, working with mice, and maintaining lab protocols. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced team environment, demonstrating strong communication and analytical skills. This full-time position is based onsite at the General Hospital Corporation in Boston.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Prepares basic solutions and performs base-level procedures.
• Conducts analysis of results and begins interpretation.
• Maintains laboratory notebook and organizes materials for publication.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Research Technician II - Center for Genomic Medicine - Wheeler Lab

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Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass 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 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.

Qualifications

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 of directly related work 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.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

185 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

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.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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