• Job Description

  Req#: RQ4011240
  Site: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.

  
  

  At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

  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.

  
  

  For a new PI who moved her lab to BWH

  
  

  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-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.

  
  

  Qualifications

  Education
  Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
  
  Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
  No
  
  Licenses and Credentials
  
  Experience
  Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required
  
  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.

  
  

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  Research Technician
  Samantha Morris Laboratory
  Brigham and Women’s Hospital | Harvard Medical School
  The Samantha Morris Laboratory at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical
  School is seeking a motivated Research Technician to support our work at the interface of cell
  reprogramming, lineage tracing, and developmental biology. Our lab uses cutting-edge
  molecular and cellular techniques to uncover the mechanisms of transcription factor-mediated
  reprogramming and cell identity engineering. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain
  hands-on research experience in a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
  We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in cell culture , molecular biology
  techniques , and mouse handling , as well as strong organizational skills to assist with lab
  operations. This role is ideal for recent graduates interested in advancing their skills before
  pursuing graduate or medical school.
  Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct cell culture experiments, including maintenance of primary and immortalized
  cell lines.
  • Perform molecular biology techniques, such as DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, cloning,
  and quantitative PCR.
  • Assist with mouse colony management, including genotyping, breeding, and record-
  keeping.
  • Support lab operations by preparing reagents, maintaining inventory, ordering supplies,
  and ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures and results using

  
  

  Remote Type

  Onsite

  
  

  Work Location

  221 Longwood Avenue

  
  

  Scheduled Weekly Hours

  40

  
  

  Employee Type

  Regular

  
  

  Work Shift

  Day (United States of America)

  
  

  EEO Statement:

  Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, 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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