Research Lab Tech II NEUROLOGY nl

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The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary Summary In  the Department of Neurology, ARCND - Nuber laboratory, under the general direction of the supervisor, supports laboratory research.

Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions With previous experience in working with laboratory animals:

-Maintains and breeds commonly used transgenic and knockout mouse lines (uses Transnetyx or PCR for mouse genotyping)-Conducts in vivo experiments, including behavioral assays and routine mouse handling procedures (intraperitoneal and subcutaneous injections).

-Performs euthanasia, brain extractions, and downstream molecular analyses such as RNA or protein extraction, Western blotting assays, ELISA-Perfuses mice for brain fixation, sectioned brain and performed histology-Supports basic cell culture activities as needed (preferred but not required).

-Manages laboratory operations, including pipette calibration, chemical inventory updates, waste and drug disposal, and biosafety compliance for reagents and buffers and updates on the laboratory protocols-Trains and onboards new laboratory personnel in established experimental techniques and protocols.

-Coordinates daily experimental schedules to ensure efficient workflow and resource use.

-Manages data collection and analysis, including recording, tabulation, graph generation, and basic statistical analysis under supervision; regularly reported progress to the supervisor.

-Performs additional duties as assigned to support laboratory research objectives-Executes protocols of non-routine experiments.

-Assists PI with determining the most suitable methodology.

-Performs basic design and modification of protocols.

-Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.

-Prepares and presents reports.

-Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and Statistical Techniques.

-Participates in the design of experiments or field work.

-All other duties as assigned

Qualifications Education Bachelor 's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes Experience Previous  Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required

Qualifications-Enrolled in an undergraduate program-Completed college-Excellent oral communication skills required-Ability to take initiative and work both independently and team-oriented-Previous experience working in the laboratory and with rodents required-We are seeking stability for 2 years

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

-Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.

-Ability to interpret acceptability of data results.

-Strong Computer skills.

-Demonstrates competence in research techniques and methodologies.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type Onsite Work  Location
60 Fenwood Road Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Employee Type Regular Work  Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $24.28 - $39.43/Hourly Grade6

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