Research Support Associate 2

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

72d

About The Position

RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE 2, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering-McRose Lab, to join a multidisciplinary group studying microbial physiology, secondary metabolite production, and plant-microbe interactions, focusing on small molecule exchanges among and between plants and microbes using techniques from microbiology, molecular biology and geosciences. Responsibilities will include bacterial culturing and plant cultivation, bacterial genetic transformations and screens, running liquid chromatography mass spectrometry samples, and ordering supplies as well as assisting with general instrument maintenance and lab upkeep. This position will provide opportunities to conduct independent research and co-author papers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Prior exposure to research lab and basic knowledge of general laboratory practices and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot methods and experiments
• Ability to think critically about results and draw from existing methods and literature
• High level of independence, motivation, and organization
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to multi-task and move projects forward quickly and efficiently
• Experience with microbial culturing and genetics

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry or related science field
• Experience with mass spectrometry, microscopy, or plant biology

Responsibilities

• Bacterial culturing and plant cultivation
• Bacterial genetic transformations and screens
• Running liquid chromatography mass spectrometry samples
• Ordering supplies
• Assisting with general instrument maintenance and lab upkeep

Benefits

• One-year position with the possibility of extension
• Opportunities to conduct independent research and co-author papers

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees