Research Technician
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GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
CVRC’s Kreso Lab is Recruiting a Research Technologist with an interest in cardiology research.Our laboratory performs translational research with the goal of understanding how heart transplant patient outcomes are shaped by the cellular diversity seen in heart tissue. Recent technological advancements have shown that there is extensive cellular diversity in normal hearts based on single cell and single nucleus analyses. This position is ideal for a candidate looking for an entry position to a career in an academic science environment or translational research in biotech.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares basic solutions and performs base-level procedures as assigned (i.e. – pipetting, cell and tissue culture, etc.)
- Maintains laboratory notebook
- Understands and applies basic scientific techniques
- Conducts analysis of results and may begin interpretation of results
- Sets up and prepares routine experiments as directed
- Prepares lab reagents, chemicals, instruments and equipment
- May perform independent literature searches
- Assists with organizing materials for publication or presentation
- Maintains and orders supplies
- Set up lab organization
- Retrieves and processes primary human samples from the operating room
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Good communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
- Ability to perform multiple tasks independently
- BS degree in life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, or pre-med) preferred
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Primary Location MA-Boston-MGH 175 Cambridge
Work Locations MGH 175 Cambridge 175 Cambridge Street Boston 02114
Job Technician/Technologist/Scientist
Organization Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Schedule Full-time
Standard Hours 40
Shift Day Job
Employee Status Regular
Recruiting Department MGH Cardiovascular Research Center
Job Posting Jun 17, 2024