Job Details
Position: Research Technician II, Pathology and Lab
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: 40 hours per week
ABOUT BMC:
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.
You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Department Director, perform laboratory procedures using approved procedures or special instructions. The Research Technician II will be required to catalogue and maintain a specimen repository; may be required to analyze data using statistical analysis software and creating presentable graphs, tables, etc. of the data. Interacts with students, technicians, and Principal Investigators to plan, carry out, and maintain repository. Helps maintain equipment and reagent/material supplies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure proper handling, storing and freezing of specimens and supplies, disposes of waste according to policy and ensures proper use of equipment and facilities.
- Maintains appropriate laboratory inventory and orders related supplies as needed.
- Assists with set up, performance and interpreting results of routine analysis. Performs routine experiments and techniques (such as Western blotting, enzymatic and spectrophotometer, fluorometric and signaling assays) according to established protocols.
- Presents weekly written report and answers questions regarding the performance of the experiments and the integrity of the data.
The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities requiredJOB REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of formal education and experience) required. Master's degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE:- Must have a minimum of two to three years of research experience or experience related to the research study.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:- Requires the knowledge computer based software and analytical ability to accurately monitor repository inventory.
- Ability to learn and integrate procedures and knowledge relating to clinical research, and data management techniques under the supervision of the Director.
- Good computer skills, including data entry and use of spreadsheet and database (MS Excel & Access preferred).
- Excellent interpersonal and English verbal and written language skills sufficient to exchange information with research staff, interact with other technicians and prepare written reports. Requires the manual/visual dexterity necessary to prepare specimens, prepare solutions, screen specimens and operate a computer software system.
This position is grant funded. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.JOB BENEFITS:- Competitive pay
- Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
- Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
- Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn't dictate health.
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to ...@bmc.org or call 617-###-#### to let us know the nature of your request.
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