Research Lab Tech II NEUROLOGY fl

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

 

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
-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.

Does this position require Patient Care?
-No

Essential Functions
-Works independently, under minimal supervision.
-Executes protocols involving a variety of routine and non-routine experiments at a professional level.
-Develops modification of existing techniques, as appropriate. In collaboration with other members of the research team, gives input to research design.
-Calculates, transcribes, and graphs data.
-Trains new staff and may serve in a limited supervisory role.
-Performs cell culture, primary neuron culture, iPSC culture maintenance, and in vitro and in vivo assays, examines protein expression level e.g. by ELISA and western blot.
-Performs genetic, biochemical and phenotype tests.
-Executes general molecular biology.
-Contributes to design of research protocols along with research associates; troubleshoots problems as they arise; initiates alternative protocols/approaches and modifies existing technique for better efficiency.
-Maintains complete and accurate record of experimentation. Assists in the planning/development of daily and long-term research projects; assists in manuscript and meeting preparation.
-Maintains resource inventories.
-Coordinates daily schedule of experiments.
-Responsible for data management: collects, records, tabulates and presents data. Creates graphs of experiments, performs statistical tests, and discusses progress of work regularly with supervisor.
-Executes protocols of non-routine experiments.
-Assists PI with determining the most suitable methodology.
-Performs basic design and modification of protocols.
-Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.
-Prepares and presents reports.
-Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and Statistical Techniques.
-Participates in the design of experiments or field work.
-Complies with all policies and standards.
-Performs all other duties/responsibilities as directed.

 

Education
-Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study required.

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

Experience
-Previous research lab experience 1-2 years required.

-Must have at least one year experience in a directly related research setting.

-Must have experience in wet labs and with cell line/iPSC work or in vivo model work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.
-Ability to interpret acceptability of data results.
-Strong computer skills.
-Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies.

 

 

Onsite

 

60 Fenwood Road

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly

 

Grade

6

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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