Senior Research Lab Tech, In Vivo Therapeutics

About the role

The Senior Research Lab Tech is an independent individual contributor who works under the direction of the Senior Research Specialist to carry out a broad range of technical research and experimental activities in support of the Therapeutics Program. The work has a large in vivo component including the development and use of mouse models in oncology and immunology, and the management of the mouse colony.

Must be able to work after regular hours/weekends on occasion
Must be able to work in a BL2 environment
Must be able to perform in an environment with exposure to animals, animal byproducts and bedding materials for prolonged periods of time

Responsibilities

• Develop or have input into modifications of existing assay techniques, experimental protocols, or new procedures
• Synthesize and interpret results
• Prepare written and/or verbal status reports
• Perform statistical analysis and make recommendations
• Independently perform non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures
• Compose and may present sections of research reports and manuscripts

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study required
• Experience: Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication skills. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others. Ability to work independently. Ability to identify problems and develop solutions. Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines. Strong database management and overall computer skills. Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to identify problems and develop solutions
• Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines
• Strong database management and overall computer skills
• Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures

Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Pay

$53,850.99 - $82,014.40/Annual

Schedule

40 Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Additional Job Details

The Center for Computational & Integrative Biology (CCIB) is a multidisciplinary research center at MGH that brings together experimental biology, computational approaches and translational science. CCIB promotes rigorous, team-based research through shared infrastructure, standardized practices and close coordination across research groups.

Why Join the Seed Lab at CCIB?

The Seed Lab is a collaborative research group within CCIB with a strong emphasis on translational research and drug discovery. The Seed Lab in vivo team plays a key role in supporting mouse-based studies that generate high-quality, reproducible data to inform therapeutic development. Individuals working within the Seed Lab in vivo team collaborate closely with researchers and support staff within the Seed Lab and rely on trust, accountability and teamwork to ensure both scientific rigor and animal welfare.