Research Specialist - Division of Alcohol and Addiction
Research Specialist - Division of Alcohol and Addiction
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Job Description
At Mass General Brigham we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors nurses business people and tech experts to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a notforprofit organization Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care research teaching and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare people of color people with disabilities LGBTQ community and/or gender expansive first and secondgeneration immigrants veterans and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds to apply.
Job Summary
Functioning very independently and under the very general direction of the PI the Research Specialist performs high level complex research experiments. On a regular basis contributes to scientific literature reports journals and presentations. Investigates creates and develops new methods and technologies for research advancement.The RS will work independently and cover a wide range of responsibilities which is an outstanding opportunity to gain deeper insights into translational psychiatry including clinical and preclinical research approaches.
Does this position require Patient Care No
Essential Functions
Process tissue samples (including dissecting postmortem human brain samples sectioning with a microtome/cryostat and immunohistochemistry).
Work independently to carry out projects part of current lab funding including experimental design implementation troubleshooting data collection and analyses and manuscript preparation.
Process clinical data including digitalization of paper documents.
Perform DNA RNA and protein extraction and analysis techniques (including western blots PCR and qPCR).
Run statistical analyses on collected data.
Perform general lab upkeep such as preparing shared solutions and maintaining a clean and tidy work environment.
Assist with manuscript and grant writing.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree required and Masters Degree Neuroscience preferred and Other Certificate/Diploma Statistics preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Minimum of 45 years of research experience required Experience training research students and junior research assistant required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Must be able to make independent effective decisions in appropriate situations.
Must have an aptitude for technical problem solving.
Ability to effectively supervise others.
Excellent organizational skills to ensure smooth functioning of lab.
Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to logically sequence projects to maximize research.
Must possess aptitude for compliance management.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half PeopleFocused half PerformanceFocused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
