Research Technician – Chouchani Lab

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We have an opportunity for a Research Technician to join the Chouchani lab at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. We tend to think of metabolites as simple building blocks and fuel for biological processes. But many metabolites appear to play crucial roles in regulating living systems. This concept of metabolite signaling remains poorly understood at the biochemical level and we still do not understand how most metabolite signals work. Edward Chouchanis lab is developing new technologies to better understand the rules of the language of core metabolite signals. The hope is that by understanding how nature uses metabolism to regulate biological systems we will have new opportunities for treating human disease. More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting the Research Technician role:

The Edward Chouchani Lab has an exciting new opportunity for a research technician I position. The Chouchani Lab is located at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and is affiliated with Harvard Medical School. This position will assist scientists in performing scientific research of varying complexity. Duties include working with laboratory mice and conducting basic molecularbiology and cell biology techniques. Basic procedures include but are not limited to pipetting cell and tissue culture handling of small laboratory animals etc. There will be continuous learning opportunities and the position will be a good steppingstone for those interested in biomedical research.

What we provide:

• Ample opportunities and support for upskilling. Coworkers that assist in learning new techniques/skills.

• Mentorship opportunities.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development as well as opportunities to make scientific contributions.

• A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

What youll do:

• Assisting postdocs and students with cell-based assays which will involve maintenance of cell lines and perform routine molecular and cellular biology experiments (e.g. qPCR western blot sequencing plasmid purification and bacterial transformation).

• Assisting with biochemical techniques such as protein purification and quantification enzyme assays and metabolite measurements.

• Maintenance of Chouchani Lab animal (laboratory mouse) colony including weaning tail biopsies DNA preparation and genotyping by PCR.

• Procurement tasks such as ordering checking off deliveries distributing packages and maintaining stocks of consumables.

• General lab management organization and day-to-day operations.

What you bring:

• Bachelors or masters degree in biology Biotechnology or a related field.

• Hands-on laboratory experience in molecular and/or cell biology.

• Previous experience working in a medical or scientific research setting is preferred.

• Mustbe self-motivated and an independent worker with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

• Prior experience with stem cell culture (hESCs hiPSCs or related systems)

• Familiarity with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR western blot cloning)

• Experience with genetic sequencing and basic data analysis.

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Compensation Range

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