The Research Technician will help organize and maintain a research laboratory and participate in research studies focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms regulating adipose tissue remodeling and fibrosis using genetic, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical procedures. Research includes mammalian cell culture, transfection and gene transfer in cultured cells, DNA and RNA preparation, microscopy, protein isolation and analysis, and the study of mouse models of adipose tissue remodeling. The research technician will assist with technical aspects of experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or other researchers in the group. The research technician will further be expected to prepare and maintain research and laboratory materials; makes observations; and assists with data analysis of experiments. This position is grant funded. Required Skills + Bachelor's degree + 0-12 months experience Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement (https://www.bu.edu/hr/hr-covid-19-resources/vaccine-required-for-faculty-and-staff/) within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption ( instructions (https://www.bu.edu/hr/hr-covid-19-resources/upload-your-covid-vaccination-documentation/) ). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources (https://www.bu.edu/buohc/covid-19/) site. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Experience