Research Technician , School of Medicine, Microbiology

Job Description

The Research Technician will contribute to NIH-funded studies focused on innate immune responses during Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, with particular emphasis on immunometabolism and host pathogen interactions in the lung. Working closely with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members, the individual will perform experimental procedures using immunological and cell biology techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, immune cell isolation and culture, and tissue processing to support ongoing research activities.

The position will also support mouse colony management and infection model studies, including breeding, genotyping, and animal procedures. Additional responsibilities include organizing experimental data, procurement, maintaining laboratory inventory and compliance documentation, and contributing to the refinement and optimization of laboratory protocols and workflows. The role is well-suited to a detail-oriented individual seeking to further develop research experience in immunology, microbiology, and infectious disease research within a collaborative academic laboratory environment.

BOSTON, MA, United States

Grade 44;
Expected Salary Range: $45,000.00 – $47,300.00. The final salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay comparison. Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular.

• Perform experimental procedures using flow cytometry, ELISA, immune cell isolation and culture, and tissue processing.
• Support mouse colony management, breeding, genotyping, and animal procedures for infection model studies.
• Organize experimental data, procurement, lab inventory and compliance documentation.
• Contribute to refinement and optimization of laboratory protocols and workflows.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 1–3 years of relevant laboratory experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.