Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 8 hours ago
Research Technician I - del Marmol Lab
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHoward Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is a leading research organization seeking a Research Technician I for the lab of Dr. Josefina del Mármol at Harvard Medical School. The role involves providing scientific support, managing lab operations, and assisting with research projects in sensory transduction.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Rearing insect colonies to help perform behavioral assays
Assisting in the maintenance, growth, and transfections of mammalian and insect cell cultures
Preparing stocks of shared consumables (complete media, agar plates, frozen cell lines, etc.)
Joining ongoing research projects in accordance with your career interests and skills
Managing the requests, orders, shipping/receiving, and inventory of lab supplies and insect lines
Coordinating EH&S safety standards with the department and the university (lab inspections, safety training, SOPs)
Serving as point of contact for lab inspections and facilities (fire, emergency situations, power/water shutdowns, biosafety inspections, etc.)
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required
Some previous experience working in a research laboratory is required
Strong sense of self-motivation, curiosity, trustworthiness, and ability to work in a diverse environment with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Passion for efficiency, operational excellence, and process improvement
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Excellent problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
Knowledge of electronic notebooks, Dropbox, Google Suite, and MS Office software
Preferred
Knowledge of foundational molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Exceptional health benefits
Retirement plans
Time off
A range of recognition and wellness programs
Company
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Founded in 1953, HHMI invests in scientists at all career stages who make discoveries that advance human health and our fundamental understanding of biology.
Founded in 1953
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Salt Lake Community College
2017-08-31Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Boyana Konforti
Director, Scientific Strategy & Development
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