Tufts University · 3 months ago
Research Technician
Tufts University is engaged in the study of microbial pathogens and their effects on hosts. The Research Technician will conduct experiments, analyze data, and assist in various laboratory operations under the supervision of senior scientists, focusing on the biology of microbes and their interactions with human and animal hosts.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Follow and design appropriate protocols/procedures to achieve results and test specific hypotheses
Perform techniques such as cell culturing, preparing samples for live-cell microscopy, mesoscale analysis, flow cytometry, molecular biology procedures, and testing drug regimens
Record results and assist with data analysis, including mathematical modeling and/or machine learning:
Keep accurate records of experiments and results
Perform data interpretation/summarization including writing custom code and models
Communicate findings to PI
Interact scientifically with lab mates
Analyze data, interpret results, and assist lab members in writing materials for publication and presentation
Help with laboratory operations (as all lab members do), including (but not limited to) assisting other lab members, ordering supplies and noting inventory, lab organization, and coordinating equipment repair
Qualification
Required
Culturing bacterial and mammalian cells
Making mesoscale and high-throughput measurements
Python programming
Machine learning
Recording test results and analyze data using statistics
Preferred
Consistent attention to detail and excellent organizational and communication skills
Knowledge of MS Office products
Statistical/quantitative analysis and computation
Previous experience working with molecular biology and/or cell biology techniques
Company
Tufts University
With four campuses in Massachusetts, Tufts is a research university committed to helping students and faculty generate bold ideas, innovate, and become active citizens of the world.
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