Research Technician - Antibiotic Discovery Center
Listed on 2026-10-17
-
Research/Development
Biotech Research, Research Assistant/Associate, Biomedical Science, Lab Tech / Assistant
About the Antibiotic Discovery Center (ADC) at Northeastern University isan interdisciplinary research hub dedicated to discovering,characterizing, and developing novel antibiotics and bioactivenatural products. The ADC integrates expertise in microbiology,biochemistry, chemical biology, and natural product chemistry toaddress the urgent global challenge of antimicrobial resistance.
Researchers at the ADC work collaboratively to identify newcompounds from diverse microbial sources, elucidate theirmechanisms of action, and advance them toward preclinicaldevelopment through innovative screening, analytical, and genomicapproaches.
The ADC is seeking a motivated Research Technician to assist innatural product-based antibiotic discovery. The successful candidate will support the preparation, execution, and analysis ofmicrobiological and biochemical experiments, contributing to research on the identification and characterization of novelbioactive compounds. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in an activeresearch environment.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities- Assist with routine microbiological and biochemical experiments to support ongoing discovery projects.
- Culture and maintain bacterial strains and prepare media,buffers, and reagents.
- Perform basic assays to evaluate compound activity under supervision.
- Support compound extraction, purification, and sample preparation for analysis.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and assist with data organization and entry.
- Contribute to general laboratory maintenance, including supply inventory and equipment upkeep.
- Collaborate closely with senior laboratory members to learn new experimental techniques.
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry,Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of microbial culture, molecular biology, orbiochemical assays.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, andeagerness to learn.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of acollaborative research team.
- Prior laboratory experience, including academic or internship-based experience.
Research
Additional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paidtime off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- aswell as commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
105H
Expected Hiring Range:$20.77 - $28.56
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will dependon several factors, which may include your education, experience,location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject tochange.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).