Massachusetts Institute of Technology · 12 hours ago
Technical Associate I, Sur Lab
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Technical Associate I for the Sur Lab at the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory. The role involves assisting with operational and research-related tasks, conducting experiments, and providing technical support in a neuroscience research environment.
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Responsibilities
Assist with general operational and research-related tasks regarding the role of diverse brain regions involved in information processing
Conduct histology, behavioral experiments, maintenance and scheduling of behavior equipment, technical support for lab personnel, and administrative duties such as purchasing and maintaining compliance with MIT regulatory offices as needed
Establish, maintain, and perform experiments in cultured cell lines including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and iPSC-derived neuronal or astrocytic cell lines; tissue culture (including brain organoids, stem cells, neuronal progenitors, neurons), stem cell facility maintenance, and molecular and biochemical assays (PCR, western blotting, genotyping, etc.)
Perform imaging using confocal or multi-photon techniques; and provide research support and perform administrative and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related field
a minimum of two years of related lab experience
excellent oral and written communication skills
ability to analyze data and present it in a format suitable for publication
hands-on experience in tissue culture (either stem cell or neuronal)
animal handling experience, preferably with rodents
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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