Senior Research Lab Tech, Mass Spectrometry, Nordmann Lab

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking a Sr. Research Lab Tech to join the laboratory of Thierry Nordmann, MD, PhD.

The role focuses on running and maintaining the lab's mass spectrometry platform and executing cutting-edge workflows in inflammatory skin disease. Ideal candidates will have hands-on LC-MS experience, familiarity with Orbitrap Astral, and a background in tissue processing, immunofluorescence imaging, and proteomics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field is required.
• Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3–5 years is required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Mass Spectrometry

Sample Preparation

Method Development

Tissue & Imaging

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field

Tools

Orbitrap Astral

Vanquish Neo

Evosep One

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Summary

Join our team as a Sr. Research Lab Tech in the laboratory of Thierry Nordmann, MD, PhD. We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and detail‑oriented professional eager to contribute to groundbreaking research in inflammatory skin disease.

In this central role, you will run and maintain the laboratory's mass spectrometry platform and execute cutting‑edge workflows spanning human tissue processing, immunofluorescence imaging, laser microdissection, low‑input proteomic sample preparation, and ultra‑sensitive mass spectrometry.

As a member of a growing research group, you will work closely with postdoctoral and computational colleagues to generate high‑quality proteomic data on our state‑of‑the‑art Orbitrap Astral, and help establish the core methods and operational standards our group will build upon.

Core Technical Competencies

• Mass Spectrometry: Hands‑on operation, routine maintenance, and systematic troubleshooting of complex LC‑MS setups for high‑throughput quantitative proteomics. A minimum of 3 years of hands‑on LC‑MS experience is required. Prior experience with nanoflow workflows and modern instrument stacks (specifically the Orbitrap Astral, Vanquish Neo, and Evosep One) is highly desirable.
• Sample Preparation: Hands‑on expertise in protein extraction and enzymatic digestion, ideally including low‑input workflows and post‑translational modification (PTM) enrichments such as phosphoproteomics.
• Method Development: Optimizing and troubleshooting protocols and MS acquisition methods, and documenting them as rigorous laboratory SOPs.
• Tissue and Imaging: Practical experience with human tissue sectioning (cryosectioning and FFPE), immunofluorescence staining, or laser microdissection (LMD/LCM) is a strong advantage.

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.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required (Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field).

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.

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)

Pay Range: $50,502.40 - $82,014.40/Annual

Grade: 6

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