Job Description:

General Summary/Overview Statement


Under supervision of Principal Investigators/Directors in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures and specific instructions, will perform routine and non-routine laboratory procedures, record tests, assist in laboratory management and safety, affirm compliance with the hospital, state, and federal regulations, and maintain equipment in working order.


Principle Duties and Responsibilities


Under supervision, she/he will work on cell cultures, extraction of DNA, RNA, and proteins, RT-PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, cell sorting, FACS, and epigenetics. She/he will perform a variety of procedures, including proteomic analyses (e.g., sample preparations, implementation of the database), following established protocols and methodologies. Will assist in maintenance of samples, equipment, and supplies in histology and proteomics labs and may be involved in maintenance of mouse colonies and various in vivo experiments. Will maintain basic records of methodologies and findings in a lab notebook. Will identify unusual findings and report them to the supervisor(s). Will participate in compliance with regulatory agencies and local hospital safety surveys and procedures including radiation surveys and chemical inventories.


Working Conditions


Normal laboratory environment. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, under controlled conditions.


Supervisory Responsibility


None



Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science required.


• Master of Science degree in biological science preferred.

Skills and Abilities Required


Must have a sound understanding of laboratory policies, hospital, state, and federal regulations, experimental procedures and sterile technique, and the ability to perform experiments independently under minimal supervision. Must be well organized, and have good manual dexterity, understand cross-cultural differences, and have good leadership and communication skills.



EEO Statement

BWH 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. Apply Now