Research Technician-Center for Cancer Genomics

About the role

The Research Technician will assist scientists in performing scientific research, development, and/or clinical tasks of varying complexity. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment
• Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies
• Collaborates with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors
• Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses, including the collection of information and samples from organic substances, such as blood, drugs, and animals
• Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications
• May be expected to participate in formal and informational presentations of results to staff
• Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required
• Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities
• Makes sure laboratory work complies with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory
• Keeps up with appropriate literature and research publications
• Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology applications to perform work duties
• Designs and executes advanced experiments and sets strategy
• Examines animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems
• Maintains laboratory budgets

Requirements

• Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology or chemistry
• No prior professional experience necessary

Skills

• Technical principles, processes, and concepts
• Institutional policies
• Standard practices to analyze situations or data
• Building stable internal working relationships

Benefits

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As a leader in cancer research and patient care, we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.

Pay

$47,500.00 - $51,300.00

Schedule

Full-time