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Children's Hospital Boston Research Technologist in Boston, Massachusetts
73754BRJob Posting Title:Research TechnologistDepartment:CardiologyAutoReqId:73754BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:This candidate will be involved in research that studies cardiovascular regeneration and disease using mouse models. Key approaches will include cardiac disease modeling, single-cell genomics and AAV gene delivery.
This person will Independently perform a wide range of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparation and highly skilled experimental procedures for research studies and diagnosis of disease. Utilize specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of the data generated by this equipment.
This Research Technologist:
Performs routine and highly specialized or unique laboratory experiments for specific research projects, using sophisticated and intricate research equipment and techniques
Performs and devises specialized experiments and research procedures, troubleshooting problems with own and other researchers' results
Provides input to the overall research design to suggest techniques, maximize samples or refine data by the use of specialized techniques
Evaluates research data and initiates alternative approaches to improve quality of the results
Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed; perform statistical analyses
Undertakes quality assurance of research techniques
Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs repair of maintenance equipment
Evaluates and recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures
Assists other lab personnel with the use of specialized equipment and techniques within the lab
Trains and provides guidance to technicians, residents and researchers in specialized procedures, use of equipment and theoretical bases of unique tests
Monitors the sterilization of glassware, media and reagent making and other laboratory processes. Prepares articles and papers on specialized techniques
Stays abreast in safety procedures, storage and disposal of bio hazardous, infectious, corrosive, radioactive and toxic substance, regulations in the lab to adhere to new Hospital and federal mandates
In order to qualify you must have:
A bachelor's degree in a Biomedical Science field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Master’s of Science and 2 years of relevant work experience
Experience with Molecular Biology and Animal Research is required
Experience with mouse surgery and handling is required
Experience with Cell Culture work is required
Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth, experienced-based knowledge
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing including assigning and distributing work, coaching, training and enforcing policies
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
#LI-Onsite Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only