Senior Research Lab Tech, Mass Spectrometry, Nordmann Lab

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Job Summary

Summary
Join our team as a Sr. Research Lab Tech in the laboratory of Thierry Nordmann, MD, PhD. We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and detail-oriented professional eager to contribute to groundbreaking research in inflammatory skin disease.

In this central role, you will run and maintain the laboratory's mass spectrometry platform and execute cutting-edge workflows spanning human tissue processing, immunofluorescence imaging, laser microdissection, low-input proteomic sample preparation, and ultra-sensitive mass spectrometry.

As a member of a growing research group, you will work closely with postdoctoral and computational colleagues to generate high-quality proteomic data on our state-of-the-art Orbitrap Astral, and help establish the core methods and operational standards our group will build upon. If you are looking to build a long-term role, advance your technical expertise, and make a tangible translational impact in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Core Technical Competencies

·       Mass Spectrometry: Hands-on operation, routine maintenance, and systematic troubleshooting of complex LC-MS setups for high-throughput quantitative proteomics. A minimum of 3 years of hands-on LC-MS experience is required. Prior experience with nanoflow workflows and modern instrument stacks (specifically the Orbitrap Astral, Vanquish Neo, and Evosep One) is highly desirable.

·       Sample Preparation: Hands-on expertise in protein extraction and enzymatic digestion, ideally including low-input workflows and post-translational modification (PTM) enrichments such as phosphoproteomics.

·       Method Development: Optimizing and troubleshooting protocols and MS acquisition methods, and documenting them as rigorous laboratory SOPs.

·       Tissue and Imaging: Practical experience with human tissue sectioning (cryosectioning and FFPE), immunofluorescence staining, or laser microdissection (LMD/LCM) is a strong advantage.

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 (Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field)

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

$50,502.40 - $82,014.40/Annual

 

 

Grade

6

 

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