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At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Working very independently, under very general supervision, executes protocols involving a variety of routine and non-routine experiments at a professional level. May identify new techniques. Develops modifications of existing techniques, as appropriate. In collaboration with other members of the research team, gives input to the development of design protocols. Calculates, transcribes and analyzes data using statistical techniques. May be responsible for orienting and training new staff. May serve in a supervisory role in a smaller lab.Independently performs routine and non-routine experiments which are moderate to complex. Experiments may include specific assays, tissue culture, cell infections flow cytometry, RT-PCR and preparing special materials.
Calculates, transcribes and analyzes data using advanced statistical techniques.
Maintains long-term cell lines. Monitors cells for viability and contamination.
Performs literature searches and helps to prepare presentations and manuscripts.
In collaboration with PI or Research Manager, establishes new and modifies existing experimental techniques.
Coordinates schedule of tests and procedures.
Coordinates lab activities such as infection control, radiation safety and bio-safety activities.
Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires at a minimum completion of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Requires a minimum of one year in a directly related research setting.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
221 Longwood Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.
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