Research Technician - Horvitz Lab

About the role

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we are unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science. We are actively seeking a Research Technician to join the laboratory of Dr. H. Robert Horvitz at Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA.

Please note: This is a fixed-term position with an anticipated end date not to exceed August 31, 2027, aligned with current HHMI funding for the lab.

What You Will Do

• Mutagenesis screens
• C. elegans strain creation (genetic crosses, CRISPR, transgenesis, PCR genotyping, etc.)
• Molecular cloning
• Microscopy (e.g., imaging fluorescent proteins in C. elegans)
• Data analysis (image processing, quantification, statistics, etc.)
• C. elegans husbandry (animal maintenance, etc.)
• Assist with general laboratory maintenance

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree, with a strong academic record
• Completed coursework in biology, statistics, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or cell biology
• Experience in a research laboratory beyond coursework (e.g., experience gained as an undergraduate)
• Aspiration to become a professional biological researcher
• Demonstrable organizational, critical-thinking, time-management, and verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow protocols and rigorous documentation skills necessary in a professional laboratory setting
• Able to work both with others and independently
• Awareness of and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

Preferred

• Experience with molecular cloning
• Basic computational skills for data processing and presentation (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, ImageJ, etc.)
• Experience with C. elegans

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time
• Reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s)
• Dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters
• Ability to move about workspace

Compensation And Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

Compensation Range: $18.40 (minimum) - $23.03 (midpoint) - $29.93 (maximum)

Pay Type: Hourly

HHMI’s salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal consistency when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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