Research Lab Tech II

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role involves supervising image acquisition for research MRI, MR Spectroscopy, and CT, developing and implementing validation checks for imaging data, processing collected data, and developing software/hardware tools for image processing, computer vision, and machine learning. The position also includes tasks related to billing and financials under supervision, communicating research results, identifying and drafting protocol modifications, attending meetings, and creating documentation for data processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field of Study required
Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required
Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems
Ability to interpret acceptability of data results
Strong Computer skills
Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies

Nice To Haves

Experience can be accepted in lieu of a degree

Responsibilities

Supervise image acquisition focused on research MRI, MR Spectroscopy and CT
Develop, implement and oversee validation and integrity checks of collected imaging data
Process collected data using existing and newly developed programs
Develop software and/or hardware tools for Core use, with focus on image processing, computer vision and machine learning
Independently write and document clean, reusable code
Under supervision of Core Director and/or Lab Manager, perform tasks related to billing and financials
Communicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports
Identify, recommend and draft process/protocol modifications
Attend and contribute to weekly and monthly, project- and job-specific meetings
Communicate with project staff, faculty, fellows and/or external agencies
Participate in scientific collaborative projects within the scope of the position and research mission
Create, design and implement documentation for standardization of data processes including SOPs/MOPs and process-specific guidelines
Act as internal resource for junior-level research team members