NGS Research Technologist
Apply remote type Onsite locations 38 Sidney Street Cambridge time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id RQ4000024 Site: The General Hospital Corporation
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Research Technologist to join our Next-Generation Sequencing team. The candidate will assist with our various NGS services (Complete Plasmid Sequencing, Complete Amplicon Sequencing, CRISPR Amplicon Sequencing, Viral Genome Sequencing and 16S Sequencing) utilizing the Illumina MiSeq platform. The candidate will also assist in the continued development and daily operation of our Oxford Nanopore-based Rapid Plasmid Sequencing service. The Research Technologist reports to the Core Director and the NGS manager and is expected to work very independently. Ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced team environment, and to interact with researchers using our services is required.
Qualifications
* May develop modifications of existing assay techniques, experimental protocols, or new procedures
* Synthesizes and interprets results
* Prepares written and/or verbal status reports
* Uses statistical and graphic summaries
* Orients and trains new Research Technicians
* Executes protocols of non-routine experiments
* Creates new protocols for novel applications and assays
* Designs experiments independently
* Assists Investigator with determining the most suitable methodology
* Performs basic design and modification of protocols
* Performs molecular biology-based experiments
* Maintains various electronic inventory databases
* Makes full use of an electronic project management tool to track and bill tasks
* Prepares lab reagents, chemicals
* Operates lab instruments, equipment
* Writes and implements standard operation procedures (SOPs)
* For specific research services, works as a liaison between core laboratory and customers
* Performs independent literature searches
* Organizes and presents findings at lab meetings and/or to clients
* Maintains and orders supplies
* Assists with organizing materials for publication or presentation
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
* Ability to work independently and as a team member
* Ability to display initiative to introduce innovation to research studies
* Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems
* Ability to interpret data
* Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines
* Superior organization skills
* Molecular biology techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and gel electrophoresis
* Next-Generation Sequencing using Illumina instruments such as MiSeq
* Excellent communication skills
* Functions with speed, precision, and an understanding of theory behind tests/procedures
Education
* Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Biology or similar field
Experience
* Minimum 3 years of directly related work experience required
* Molecular biology experience preferred
* Minimum 6 months experience with Next-Generation Sequencing preferred
Additional Job Details
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
38 Sidney Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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