Senior Research Lab Technician

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

4d•$55,712 - $82,014•Onsite

About The Position

The Pojoga Laboratory seeks a Senior Research Lab Technician with advanced rodent procedure skills to support cardiovascular and cardiometabolic research. The role 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 to achieve desired results. The technician typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit and helps onboard and train new lab staff. The position performs complex procedures independently and requires schedule flexibility, including occasional early morning starts and weekend coverage during active study phases. It is an onsite, exempt, salaried position scheduled for 40 hours per week. Compensatory time is arranged directly with the PI.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field; experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
3–5 years of experience in an academic or laboratory research setting.
Excellent communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
Strong database management and overall computer skills.
Ability to work with speed and precision while understanding the theory behind tests and procedures.
Advanced rodent procedure skills.

Responsibilities

Develop or contribute to modifications of existing assay techniques and experimental protocols, or to new procedures.
Synthesize and interpret results.
Prepare written and/or verbal status reports.
Perform statistical analysis and make recommendations.
Independently perform non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures.
Compose and potentially present sections of research reports and manuscripts.
Help onboard new staff and train them in the laboratory.
Oversee technical and, when applicable, administrative elements of the research unit.