Stem Cell Lab Technician: Neurodevelopment & Organoid Research

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision coverage从日

Retirement plans with university con­t

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Laboratory Technician to maintain human pluripotent stem cell cultures and 3D cerebral organoids for in vitro studies of cortical development and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Under supervision of the PI and senior scientists, you will record experiments, assist with molecular analyses and histology, and support routine lab operations. Training by postdocs will be provided in a highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic biological laboratory techniques is required.
• At least one year of directly related, full-time research lab experience is strongly recommended.
• Prior experience with mammalian cell culture, especially stem cell and neuronal cultures, is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail are required.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and with external contacts in a fast-paced environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Record results of experiments, prepare matter for analysis and diagnosis.
• Assist with molecular/phenotypic characterizations, and tissue histology, depending on time constraints and the needs of the lab.
• Perform other related duties and general laboratory tasks as needed.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Cell culture

Mammalian cells

Time management

Communication

Education

BS/BA in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or related field

Job description

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Laboratory Technician to maintain human pluripotent stem cell cultures and 3D cerebral organoids for in vitro studies of cortical development and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Under supervision of the PI and senior scientists, you will record experiments, assist with molecular analyses and histology, and support routine lab operations. Training by postdocs will be provided in a highly collaborative environment.