Research Technician - Cambridge, United States - Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
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Cambridge, United States

3 weeks ago

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Research Technician

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Please note, the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position._
  • Prepares basic solutions and performs baselevel procedures
  • Performs mammalian, insect, yeast, and E. coli culturing
  • Performs standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, cloning)
  • Performs protein production and purification (e.g., size exclusion chromatography)
  • Sets up and prepares experiments as directed
  • Conducts independent analysis and interpretation of results
  • Prepares lab reagents, chemicals, instruments and equipment
  • Performs independent literature searches
  • Assists with organizing materials for publication and/or presentation
  • Maintains electronic laboratory notebook
  • Maintains and orders supplies
A Research Technician II performs the duties of a Research Technician I (above) and may also:

  • Execute protocols of non-routine experiments
  • Assist the PI(s) with determining the most suitable methodology
  • Perform basic design and modification of protocols
  • Calculate, transcribe and analyze data
  • Prepare and present reports
  • Organize and summarize acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques.
  • Organize and/or draft material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts and other documents for publication and/or presentation.
  • Participate in the design of experiments or field work.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:


  • Ability to work independently and as a team member
  • Good communication skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks independently

The Research Technician II should also possess:

  • Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical problems
  • Ability to interpret acceptability of data results
  • Working knowledge of data management programs
  • Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies

EDUCATION:


  • Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE:


  • New graduates with some lab experience (via course work, internships, etc.) or those without any prior research experience will be considered for the Research Technician I position outlined above.
  • Those with a minimum of 1 year of directly related work experience will be considered for a Research Technician II position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):


  • A Research Technician II may serve as a team leader to lab assistants and Research Technician I's.

EEO Statement

Primary Location MA-Cambridge-MGH 400 Technology


Work Locations MGH 400 Technology 400 Technology Square Cambridge 02139


Job Technician/Technologist/Scientist


Organization Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)


Schedule Full-time


Standard Hours 40


Shift Day Job


Employee Status Regular


Recruiting Department Ragon Institute


Job Posting Apr 16, 2024
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