Research Lab Tech - Albers Lab

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Technician I/II will work independently under general supervision of Mark Albers, M.D., Ph.D. to assist postdoctoral fellow and junior faculty with molecular and cellular neurobiology techniques of cell culture, mouse husbandry, and mouse experiments including drug administration, dissection of olfactory epithelium and brain, sectioning of brain tissue, immunohistochemistry and quantitative microscopy. Expertise in animal husbandry, immunohistochemistry, PCR RT-PCR, and statistical analysis using standard packages such as R, SAS or SPSS will be preferred. Coordinating efforts with the other teams to prepare samples and libraries for proteomic and RNA-seq analyses in human cell lines and transgenic mouse models in this translational medicine project is essential. Communications skills and organization are important to coordinate efforts with collaborating teams between MGH, Harvard Medical School and outside hospitals. Completion of animal training and confidential handling of personalized health information is required. Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, organizing and preparing samples, conducting experiments, and recording and analyzing data. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study.
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.
Completion of animal training.
Confidential handling of personalized health information.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in animal husbandry.
Expertise in immunohistochemistry.
Expertise in PCR RT-PCR.
Expertise in statistical analysis using standard packages such as R, SAS or SPSS.

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.