Research Technologist
Employing Hospital and Department:
Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, and Harvard
Minimum degree and field of knowledge: MS or BS/BA
Years experience required: 3 5 years
Summary:
A position is open for a full-time technologist at the Ragon Institute of MGH, Harvard and MIT in the laboratory of Galit Alter. The Alter lab specifically focuses on understanding how cytolytic antibodies, produced during infection, may be used to target innate immune cells specifically to virally infected cells or virions themselves, for elimination. The technologist will be involved in a number of projects aimed at defining the mechanism by which antibodies are able to recruit innate immune cells to mediate pathogen control. Furthermore, the technologist will be asked to test new approaches, design independent experiments, address technical problems, present results to the group, design follow-up experiments, consult scientific literature, and maintain well-documented lab records. Experience with multiparameter flow cytometry and Luminex is strongly encouraged.
We are interested in hiring an enthusiastic individual with a sound understanding of cell biology and immunology and a strong interest in infectious disease. The candidate will be expected to work under daily-to-weekly supervision, as part of a team and individually, but should quickly become more independent.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and/or a research fellow/scientist, the applicant independently carries out daily activities of the laboratory.
Laboratory and related work:
Performs assays utilizing standard techniques (antibody staining, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA extraction and analysis, standard and quantitative PCR, ELISA, cloning)
Cell/tissue processing, culture and maintenance
Independently performs routine and non-routine experiments which are moderate to complex
Develop and troubleshoot new assays based on literature searches and discussions with the PI
Evaluation and review of experimental data
Implementation of quality controls
Ensures quality control of equipment, reagents and cellular components
Participates in on-going quality control/assurance programs
Ordering and inventory of laboratory supplies
Documentation
Detailed documentation of the experimental work
Regular maintenance, cataloging and back-up of experimental data files
Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
Preparation of presentation materials for internal and external meetings
Communication
Regular communication with supervisor and team/group colleagues (one-on-one and group meetings)
Prepare, review, present and approve data and reports for external collaborators
Prepare reports and internal presentations
Present data at internal and external meetings
Qualifications:
Knowledge of cellular and molecular immunology
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of software tools to support data analysis (e.g., Prism, FlowJo, MATLAB)
Independently motivated, detailed orientated and good problem solving ability
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work under tight timelines with changing priorities
Ability to multi-task and work independently under pressure
Ability to work in a team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize and balance work from multiple individuals
Must be willing to learn and grow
Excellent documentation skills
Must have good interpersonal skills
Some occasional weekend or evening flexibility may be required
Minimum degree and field of knowledge: MS or BS/BA
Years experience required: 3 5 years
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, and Harvard
Minimum degree and field of knowledge: MS or BS/BA
Years experience required: 3 5 years
Summary:
A position is open for a full-time technologist at the Ragon Institute of MGH, Harvard and MIT in the laboratory of Galit Alter. The Alter lab specifically focuses on understanding how cytolytic antibodies, produced during infection, may be used to target innate immune cells specifically to virally infected cells or virions themselves, for elimination. The technologist will be involved in a number of projects aimed at defining the mechanism by which antibodies are able to recruit innate immune cells to mediate pathogen control. Furthermore, the technologist will be asked to test new approaches, design independent experiments, address technical problems, present results to the group, design follow-up experiments, consult scientific literature, and maintain well-documented lab records. Experience with multiparameter flow cytometry and Luminex is strongly encouraged.
We are interested in hiring an enthusiastic individual with a sound understanding of cell biology and immunology and a strong interest in infectious disease. The candidate will be expected to work under daily-to-weekly supervision, as part of a team and individually, but should quickly become more independent.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and/or a research fellow/scientist, the applicant independently carries out daily activities of the laboratory.
Laboratory and related work:
Performs assays utilizing standard techniques (antibody staining, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA extraction and analysis, standard and quantitative PCR, ELISA, cloning)
Cell/tissue processing, culture and maintenance
Independently performs routine and non-routine experiments which are moderate to complex
Develop and troubleshoot new assays based on literature searches and discussions with the PI
Evaluation and review of experimental data
Implementation of quality controls
Ensures quality control of equipment, reagents and cellular components
Participates in on-going quality control/assurance programs
Ordering and inventory of laboratory supplies
Documentation
Detailed documentation of the experimental work
Regular maintenance, cataloging and back-up of experimental data files
Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
Preparation of presentation materials for internal and external meetings
Communication
Regular communication with supervisor and team/group colleagues (one-on-one and group meetings)
Prepare, review, present and approve data and reports for external collaborators
Prepare reports and internal presentations
Present data at internal and external meetings
Qualifications:
Knowledge of cellular and molecular immunology
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of software tools to support data analysis (e.g., Prism, FlowJo, MATLAB)
Independently motivated, detailed orientated and good problem solving ability
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work under tight timelines with changing priorities
Ability to multi-task and work independently under pressure
Ability to work in a team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize and balance work from multiple individuals
Must be willing to learn and grow
Excellent documentation skills
Must have good interpersonal skills
Some occasional weekend or evening flexibility may be required
Minimum degree and field of knowledge: MS or BS/BA
Years experience required: 3 5 years
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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