Research Lab Tech I

We are looking for an energetic and highly organized research assistant interested in various biological and immunological experiments, including plasmid DNA, RNA, genome extraction, (RT-)PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry (FACS), virus, cell culture, and other essential molecular biological experiments. The position will perform research projects with a supervisor. Other work includes writing laboratory SOPs, various regulatory protocols and data formatting with Excel, R, and other bioinformatic approaches.

As a part of the research team, duties and responsibilities include:

• Working with Dr. Mineo and team to perform research projects
• Maintaining and organizing biological material resources
• Maintaining and organizing collected DATA; keeping good lab records (all research activities must be recorded in a digital notebook called LabArchives)
• Performing preparatory laboratory work (e.g., autoclave, reagent preparation, etc.)
• Attendance at all lab meetings
• Routine maintenance of lab equipment
• Other tasks as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in biology, veterinary, neuroscience, immunology, or related field.
• Basic knowledge and techniques of cell culture, tissue processing, molecular biology, chemistry.
• Good laboratory practices, well organized in planning and performing lab work, maintaining good lab records and electronic notebooks are necessary.
• Strong motivation for curiosity-driven research, hypothesis-generation, and constant desire to improve on scientific technologies.
• Additional experience working in research labs or animal facilities that handle mice experience helpful; experience with biological and immunological laboratory techniques including DNA cloning into vectors, processing methods and analysis of DNA/RNA/protein from cells, tissues and mice, tissue culture, operations of fluorescent microscopy, flow cytometry, PCR machines, and/or ultra-centrifugation is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team of researchers.
• Ability to make at least 1-year commitment to the position to contribute technically to newly funded grant studies. Longer term contribution of more than 1 year is welcomed.

NOTE: This is a grant-funded position expected to last 1 year, but subject to termination if grant funding expires.

BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.