Senior Research Lab Tech - Dermatology Harris Lab

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

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

Join our dynamic team at the forefront of medical discovery as a Sr. Research Lab Technician in the laboratory of John Harris, MD, PhD. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional eager to contribute to groundbreaking translational research in autoimmune skin diseases like vitiligo. In this vital role, you will manage essential laboratory operations and execute cutting-edge experimental protocols, including tissue processing, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and molecular cloning.

Working closely with a passionate team of scientists and clinicians to turn scientific insights into life-changing therapies, you will master advanced methods such as multiplex ELISA, RNA sequencing preparation, and in vivo disease modeling. If you are looking to elevate your technical skills, work with world-class faculty, and make a tangible impact on patient lives, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of dermatology.

Core Technical Competencies
Cellular Analysis: Flow cytometry, cell sorting, and primary cell culture.
Tissue Pathology: Immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence.
Molecular Biology: RNA/DNA extraction, qPCR, and Western blotting.
Disease Modeling: In vivo mouse handling, dosing, and colony management.
Data Systems: Digital inventory tracking and electronic lab notebooks.Summary
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 as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.

Helps onboard new staff and train them in the lab.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions:
- Develop or have input into modifications of existing assay techniques, experimental protocols, or new procedures.
- Synthesizes and interprets results.
- Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
- Performs statistical analysis and makes recommendations.
- Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures.
- Composes and may present sections of research reports and manuscripts.

 

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Experience
Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 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.
- Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

 

Onsite

 

185 Cambridge Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$53851.00 - $82,014.40/Annual

 

 

Grade

6

 

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