Research Lab Tech I, GLI Genomics Platform RESEARCH NEUROLOGY
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 19 - 28
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment organizing and preparing samples conducting experiments and recording and analyzing data.Does this position require Patient Care No
Essential Functions:
- 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.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study required
Experience
Prior laboratory experience either through academic coursework internships or employment 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- 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.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientated research technician to join the Genomics Platform at The Gene Lay Institute of Immunology and Inflammation of Brigham and Womans Hospital Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The Institute aims to understand the immunologic mechanisms behind inflammatory diseases cancer and aging with the ultimate goal of identifying novel therapeutic targets. The Genomics Platform offers a range of next generation sequencing and spatial omics technologies and services and utilizes state of the art robotics systems and the latest technologies and methods to generate high-quality comprehensive genomics data.
This position will work closely with the Platform Manager Project Manager and Data Manager to assist in data generation and processing as well as maintain laboratory equipment and support experimental workflows. Looking for an applicant with molecular biology experience and strong organizational skills/attention to detail. This position will directly interface with researchers and requires strong communication skills. This position involves extensive training at the initial stage and hence requires a two-year commitment minimum.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Under supervision of or assisting the Platform Manager provide next generation sequencing and spatial transcriptomics services including single cell and bulk RNA-sequencing library preparation spatial omics and other workflows as needed.
- Carefully maintain records/logs of Genomics Platform projects. This includes sample tracking archiving and storage.
- After proper training perform sectioning staining and histology quality control for spatial omics projects.
- Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments run by the Genomics Platform.
- Maintain all equipment within the Platform to keep them in good working order. Work with vendors to schedule preventative maintenance visits and coordinate all repairs needed for the equipment.
- Track inventory order supplies receive and log orders to maintain adequate stock of Genomics Platform consumables.
- Serve as the emergency response personnel required to respond to equipment failure during off hours. (e.g. freezer failure).
- Perform all other duties as directed by the Platform Director Manager and Project Manager.
Preferred Skills:
- High degree of computer literacy.
- Sound analytical and organizational skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to logically and effectively structure tasks and set priorities.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
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Pay Range
$19.76 - $28.44/HourlyGrade
5EEO 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 People-Focused half Performance-Focused) 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.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
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