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Northeastern University · 5 months ago

Lab Technician - Biology

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20.47/hr - $28.14/hr

Northeastern University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support cutting-edge research on stress adaptation in extremophilic microalgae. The role involves conducting experiments, assisting in experimental design, and maintaining laboratory records while working alongside the Principal Investigator and lab members.

Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct experimentation necessary to meet the goals of the projects

Assist in experimental design and troubleshooting

Maintain laboratory in a clean and safe manner

Maintain well documented laboratory records

Perform basic lab maintenance tasks such as ordering laboratory reagents and small equipment, preparing media solutions, using sterile technique, and keeping detailed lab records

May report research activities at monthly lab meetings

May train and instruct less experienced personnel

Qualification

Molecular biologyProtein biochemistryOmics technologiesMicroalgae experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry required

Must demonstrate a high scholastic performance in college

A GPA of at least 3.7 is recommended

Previous experience in molecular biology (DNA and RNA purification, PCR, molecular cloning design, miniprep, etc.)

Previous experience in protein biochemistry (protein expression, purification, Western blotting)

Must have excellent communication and organizational skills

Must have great attention to detail

Ability to work individually and in groups

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Prior experience with microalgae or plants

Solid foundation in omics technologies such as transcriptomics and proteomics

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness & life

Retirement

Commuting & transportation

Company

Northeastern University

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Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.

Founded in 1898

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.northeastern.edu/cri/

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