We are seeking a technical research assistant to help support laboratory operations. This is a great
opportunity for anyone seeking to gain research experience prior to applying to graduate programs or
medical school. Our research focuses on the characterization of signaling pathways that control the
activity of the immune system, with the ultimate goal of identifying novel therapeutic targets and
biomarkers for immune-mediated disorders. We work with the disease models of multiple sclerosis
(EAE), glioblastoma, Parkinson’s disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. We are a highly collaborative,
interdisciplinary lab. You can read more about our research at (https://quintanalab.bwh.harvard.edu/)
for more information about the lab and our recent projects.

Description
As a Research Technician, you will carry out experiments and protocols across many different
molecular, cellular, and immunological techniques including working with mouse models. You will be
working in a collaborative research environment at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital alongside
graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. You will work as part of a team as well as on independent
projects, and present data at lab meeting. This position will involve approximately 30% of time spent
on lab managerial duties, including mouse colony husbandry.

Typical duties:

Designs and carries out immunological, molecular biology and cell biology experiments
• Tissue culture

• Flow cytometry

• DNA/RNA isolation

• qPCR

• Orders and maintains reagents,
solutions, and supplies

• Contributes to larger experiments as part of a team

• Analyzes experimental data

• Maintains high quality notebooks documenting experimental procedures and results

• Attends lab meetings

• Communicates results and contributes to project and experiment planning

Who would be an ideal candidate?
• Curious about science and immunology
• Strong time management skills, methodical record keeping
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Responsible, trustworthy, and mature
• Internally motivated

Bachelor’s degree required, biology background
preferred

1~2 years research experience preferred but not
required

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.