Senior Lab Technician

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare research seeks a skilled individual to carry out advanced research activities in a laboratory setting. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing protocols, synthesizing results, and mentoring new staff, contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting (3-5 years required).
• Ability to oversee the work of others and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities.
• Develops or modifies assay techniques and experimental protocols.
• Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Strong database management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Job description

Summary
Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit. Helps onboard new staff and train them in the lab.
Essential Functions
Develop or have input into modifications of existing assay techniques,
experimental protocols, or new procedures.
-Synthesizes and interprets results.
-Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
-Performs statistical analysis and makes recommendations.
-Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures.
-Composes and may present sections of research reports and manuscripts.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
- Strong database management and overall computer skills.
- Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.

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.