Technical Assistant - Weissman Lab; Assistance

Technical Assistant I
- Weissman Lab (Relocation Assistance Available)### Technical Assistant I
- Weissman Lab (Relocation Assistance Available)
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Cambridge, MA:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR100678
** Classification:
** Exempt
* * Job Family:
** Technicians
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* Reports to:

** HHMI Member
** Job Description

Summary:

** Performs bench level experiments and small independent research projects to support scientific research objectives of a lab or group. Analyzes experimental data, addresses methodological problems in experimental protocols and results, and reports data to supervisor.# CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
* In consultation with the Principal Investigator or other project manager, conducts bench level experiments and small independent research projects.
* Operates lab equipment and prepares and orders necessary supply stocks.  May work with vendors to address equipment, reagent, or supply issues.
* Documents, compiles, and assists in interpreting experimental data.  Reports data to supervisor in oral and written reports.
* May assist Technical Associate or project manager with determining the order of research processes that best support essential project goals.
* Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to complete investigations.
* Prepares, orders, and maintains stocks of necessary reagents, solutions and supplies.
* May consult scientific literature as needed.
* Other tasks as required or assigned.  # QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree in biology or a field directly related to the work.
* Proficient in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology preferred.
* Knowledge of various scientific databases and publications preferred.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills required.
* Team player  Whitehead provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, and internal peer equity.

This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.
* Pay Range Minimum:  $47,500
* Pay Range Maximum:  $47,500  
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