Research Lab Tech I (L. Kim)

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position performs routine laboratory tests and procedures as directed, with supervision. It involves preparing samples, reagents, media, and buffers; labeling and storing specimens; setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment; performing routine experiments and assays; collecting, recording, and organizing experimental data; maintaining lab organization by managing inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping workspaces clean; following biosafety, chemical safety, and waste-disposal procedures; managing a small laboratory animal colony; and assisting with basic technical procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field of Study required.
Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment.
Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and instruments used in research experiments.
Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and scientific software tools.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey experimental procedures, results, and challenges.
Work requires a bachelors’ degree, or equivalent combination or education and experience.
Requires intermediate math skills and ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry; apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups of employees.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years preferred experience.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting as needed.
Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures, protocols, and results.
Compile and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
Assist in data interpretation and presentation, contributing to research findings and reports.
Prepare samples, reagents, media, and buffers; label and store specimens according to protocols and safety regulations.
Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g., microscopes, centrifuges, incubators, autoclaves, plate readers), including basic troubleshooting and calibration.
Perform routine experiments and assays (such as ELISA, PCR, cell or tissue culture, biochemical and molecular tests) following established SOPs.
Collect, record, and organize experimental data in lab notebooks or electronic systems, generating basic summaries or reports as needed.
Maintain lab organization by managing inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping workspaces clean and compliant with safety standards.
Follow biosafety, chemical safety, and waste-disposal procedures; use appropriate PPE and report any incidents or equipment problems.
Manage a small laboratory animal colony (e.g., mouse and rabbit), including setting up and monitoring breeding pairs, tracking pregnancies, and scheduling weaning to meet experimental needs.
Maintain accurate colony records (pedigrees, genotypes, births, deaths, experimental use) in electronic or paper databases to ensure regulatory compliance and experimental reproducibility.
Assist with basic technical procedures such as restraint, handling, tail biopsies for genotyping, and tissue collection, following IACUC-approved protocols and the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement).
Collaborate with and support principal investigators, postdocs, and students by preparing materials, assisting with experiments, and occasionally helping optimize protocols under supervision.