Research Lab Tech - Lopez Lab

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Research Technician serves to assist Principal Investigator in George A. “Doc” Lopez, MD Lab for Regenerative Cell Therapy at the Department of Neurosurgery, Mass General Hospital. Primary responsibilities are to assist in work inside a cleanroom pertaining to cell manufacturing. This includes assisting the cleanroom Operators in following strict protocols pertaining to cell manufacturing in controlled spaces, accurate recording of procedures and results, performing environmental monitoring, complying with aseptic gowning and manufacturing protocols, maintenance of databases used in the lab, ordering necessary reagents to conduct experiments, and participation in joint upkeep of the lab. This position requires a person who has Bachelor of Science degree in molecular/cell biology or a related field, pays attention to details, can work independently after training, possesses good verbal and written communication skills, and works well as part of a team. Experience with stem cell technology and cell and tissue culture, and/or experience with Good Manufacturing Practice standards is a plus. Undergoes successful aseptic gowning training and maintains aseptic technique within an ISO 7 and ISO 5 settings. Following training and qualification, promotes and maintains cGMP standards during cell manufacturing, including following manufacturing worksheets, data recording, and documentation maintenance in accordance with Good Documentation Practices. Following training, assists with and performs independently environmental monitoring in compliance with regulatory guidelines. Collects and records data, follows relevant SOPs, and assists with quality control experiments. On a rotation basis, assists with and performs clean up of controlled spaces in accordance with SOPs. Mains a current and accurate inventory of reagents and supplies, places orders for supplies and reagents, and assists with maintaining purchasing records. Must dependably be available as per set lab schedules, including some weekends and occasional holidays, while retaining flexibility to assist the team as needed. Must pay special attention to detail and work independently as well as in a team under the supervision of the GMP manager. Strong organization skills and the ability to meet deadlines are essential. May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment such as incubators and tissue culture maintenance equipment, centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, and other scientific equipment related to research activity. May teach moderately difficult to complex lab techniques to students and research personnel.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent 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.
Bachelor of Science degree in molecular/cell biology or a related field
Ability to work independently after training
Works well as part of a team
Must dependably be available as per set lab schedules, including some weekends and occasional holidays, while retaining flexibility to assist the team as needed.
Must pay special attention to detail and work independently as well as in a team under the supervision of the GMP manager.
Strong organization skills and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Biology preferred
Experience with stem cell technology and cell and tissue culture
Experience with Good Manufacturing Practice standards

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.
Assist in work inside a cleanroom pertaining to cell manufacturing.
Assist cleanroom Operators in following strict protocols pertaining to cell manufacturing in controlled spaces.
Perform environmental monitoring.
Comply with aseptic gowning and manufacturing protocols.
Maintain databases used in the lab.
Order necessary reagents to conduct experiments.
Participate in joint upkeep of the lab.
Undergo successful aseptic gowning training and maintain aseptic technique within an ISO 7 and ISO 5 settings.
Promote and maintain cGMP standards during cell manufacturing, including following manufacturing worksheets, data recording, and documentation maintenance in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
Assist with and perform independently environmental monitoring in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Collect and record data, follow relevant SOPs, and assist with quality control experiments.
On a rotation basis, assist with and perform clean up of controlled spaces in accordance with SOPs.
Maintain a current and accurate inventory of reagents and supplies.
Place orders for supplies and reagents.
Assist with maintaining purchasing records.
Operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment such as incubators and tissue culture maintenance equipment, centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, and other scientific equipment related to research activity.
Teach moderately difficult to complex lab techniques to students and research personnel.