RESEARCH TECHNICIAN School of Medicine Pharmacology

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Research Technician to join their dynamic team at a leading medical campus. This full-time position involves hands-on laboratory work, including the processing of biospecimens and conducting advanced assays to support groundbreaking Alzheimer’s disease research. The successful candidate will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals, contributing to vital studies that investigate the complexities of Alzheimer’s disease. If you are passionate about research and eager to make a difference in the field of medicine, this role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Processing blood and cerebrospinal fluid samples for research.
• Conducting ELISA, immunoassays, and characterizing DNA/RNA.
• Training students and faculty in research techniques.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Data Entry

Sample Coordination

ELISA Techniques

Immunoassays

Cell Assays

DNA/RNA Characterization

Molecular Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, School of Medicine, Pharmacology

Category

Boston University Medical Campus --> Research

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

25500546640501

Posted Date

5/2/2025

Salary Grade

Grade 44

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Job Description:

The Biomarker Core of Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (BU ADRC) at Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) is seeking to fill a full-time Research Technician 2 position. The role requires laboratory experience, coordination of research samples, data entry, and organization. The project involves a multidisciplinary study following a large cohort, utilizing biospecimens and datasets to investigate Alzheimer’s disease etiologies and risk factors. The successful candidate will join a team of motivated professionals.

Responsibilities include processing blood and cerebrospinal fluid samples, exosome extraction, conducting ELISA and immunoassays, cell assays, and characterizations of DNA, RNA, and proteins related to Alzheimer’s Disease. The role involves working in a collaborative environment, recruiting and following up with cohort participants, collecting biospecimens and neuroimaging data, and responding to sample requests from faculty, postdocs, and collaborators. The technician will also train students, postdocs, faculty, and the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center in research techniques, as well as test and adapt new methods. Additionally, handling Alzheimer’s mouse models and characterizing brain tissues via immunostaining and molecular techniques are part of the duties.

Required Skills

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of laboratory experience; Master’s degree preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, or parental status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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