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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 3 hours ago

Research Technician - Flavell Lab

positionCambridge, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$18.40/hr - $29.93/hr

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is seeking a Research Technician to join the Flavell Lab at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The role involves conducting experiments to understand how neural circuits produce complex behaviors in C. elegans, with a focus on experimental design, data interpretation, and contributing to scientific discoveries.

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Responsibilities

Conduct molecular, genetic, optogenetic, imaging, and behavioral experiments in C. elegans to investigate how neural circuits generate complex behaviors
Participate in the design, planning, and execution of experiments
Analyze and interpret large-scale datasets using quantitative and/or computational methods
Engage in creative, hypothesis-driven research that contributes to the lab’s scientific directions and discoveries
Assist with lab management, organization, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesOptogeneticsCalcium imagingBasic coding familiarityQuantitative skillsCommunicationTeamworkCreative mindsetOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, or a related scientific field
Familiarity with molecular biology techniques (e.g., plasmid cloning, western blotting, genetic crosses) and experimental approaches in neuroscience (e.g., electrophysiology or calcium imaging)
Basic coding familiarity (Python, Julia, R, or Matlab)
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to analyze data and prepare figures suitable for publication
A highly motivated, organized, and creative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in a team and balance immersive research with basic lab support tasks

Preferred

Strong quantitative and/or computational skills preferred

Benefits

Competitive pay
Exceptional health benefits
Retirement plans
Time off
A range of recognition and wellness programs

Company

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

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Founded in 1953, HHMI invests in scientists at all career stages who make discoveries that advance human health and our fundamental understanding of biology.
dateFounded in 1953
location
Chevy Chase, Maryland, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.hhmi.org/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Salt Lake Community College
2017-08-31Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Boyana Konforti
Director of Scientific Strategy & Development
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