Technical Associate I, Vander Heiden Lab
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Posting Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I VANDER HEIDEN LAB Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research to be involved in cutting-edge scientific projects aimed at understanding metabolism in cancer and other systems. The research takes advantage of biochemical and molecular biology techniques and mouse models. The position brings involvement in various aspects of this work including application of mass spectrometry to assess metabolite levels and metabolic engineering to test how aspects of metabolism are regulated in different systems. Responsibilities include involvement in day-to-day lab operations and various laboratory research experiments including standard and specialized techniques; mass spectrometry-based metabolite measurements standard molecular biology techniques including molecular cloning western blotting and tissue culture; maintaining laboratory supplies; and participating in laboratory meetings.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelors degree and undergraduate training in biology chemistry or similar life sciences; two years ofexperience working in a laboratory environment (undergraduate level experience is acceptable); familiarity with basic laboratory equipment and safety issues and following scientific protocols; practiced documentation skills; understanding of the basics of maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by complying with regulations and following standards/procedures; excellent organizational interpersonal and communication skills; meticulous attention to detail; commitment to producing accurate high-quality work and exceeding quality standards; self-motivation; experience working independently and as part of a team; comfort working with a diverse community of faculty staff and students. PREFERRED: Willingness to work with animals.
4/2/2026
Required Experience:
IC
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The MIT Media Lab is an interdisciplinary research lab that encourages the unconventional mixing and matching of seemingly disparate research areas.
