Massachusetts Institute of Technology · 2 months ago
Technical Associate II, Bathe Lab
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $63K/yr
4+ years expMassachusetts Institute of Technology is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Technical Associate II to join their Biological Engineering team. The role involves conducting independent research in chemical synthesis, therapeutics, and vaccine development, as well as coordinating lab operations and ensuring safety compliance.
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Responsibilities
Perform independent research and support DNA/RNA synthesis purification, and conjugation using solid-phase, enzymatic, and organic chemistry techniques
Conduct quantitative analysis via PCR, HPLC, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry
Responsible for ordering lab supplies and reagents
Coordinate lab operations, safety compliance, protocol development, and equipment maintenance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field
a minimum of four years' specialized lab experience in research or industry
expertise in solid-phase nucleic acid synthesis, purification, and biochemical analysis
must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to plan, execute, and troubleshoot experiments independently
strong organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to maintaining precise documentation
must adapt to evolving lab needs and work both independently and collaboratively
ability to follow complex protocols and conduct independent research
willingness to learn new techniques and occasionally work evenings or weekends, as needed
No travel required
Preferred
Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related technical field
Strong interest in a long-term role, contributing to the continuity and success of the lab's ongoing research initiatives
Company
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a research university that conducts research and offers educational courses.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.11BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAlfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2023-08-15Grant
2021-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2020-01-30Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Carlos Botelho de Paula Filho
Chief Technology Officer at Center for Collective Intelligence (CCI)
Gaspare LoDuca
Vice President for Information Systems & Technology and CIO
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