Research Lab Technician II Pulmonary Asthma Research Center

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary

Working with the Principal Investigator and Lab Manager, and in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, conducts a variety of routine experiments, where methodologies are clearly established and non-routine experiments. Participates in the design and modification of research protocols. Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using advanced statistical techniques. Composes and may present sections of research reports and manuscripts.

The lab tech is responsible for quality control, freezer inventory systems and maintenance of lab equipment. Projects will include assays on human biospecimens collected over several years during a longitudinal project. Working with study investigators and managers, they will be responsible for coordinating sample workflow and will optimize design of current processing protocols. Applicant will present progress of assigned projects at regular meetings with study team. Attention to detail, excellent communication (oral and written), phone, and computer skills are necessary. This position plays an essential role in the successful completion of multiple clinical research protocols being conducted in the Asthma Research Center.

Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

• Essential Functions:
• - Executes protocols of non-routine experiments.
• -Assists PI with determining the most suitable methodology.
• -Performs basic design and modification of protocols.
• -Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.
• -Prepares and presents reports.
• -Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and Statistical Techniques.
• -Participates in the design of experiments or field work.

Qualifications

• Education
• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
• Yes

Licenses and Credentials

• Experience
• Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• - Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.
• - Ability to interpret acceptability of data results.
• - Strong Computer skills.
• - Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Participates in the development and planning for the implementation of procedures for research studies evaluating respiratory treatments and medications.
• 2. Independently performs a variety of routine tests following established methodologies. Routine tests may include separation and quantitation of labeled and unlabeled lipids by TLC, GC, and HPLC. Techniques will include ELISA assays and evaporation procedures.
• 3. Performs advanced data analysis using advanced statistical techniques..
• 4. Responsible for the oversight and coordination of all lab activities, including quality assurance.
• 5. Responsible for troubleshooting problems and instructing others in highly specialized techniques.
• 6. Maintains equipment and supply inventory in accordance with departmental procedures.
• 7. Meets regularly to discuss progress of work with supervisor.
• 8. Reviews, understands, and obtains appropriate certifications for study specific protocols, the laboratory and ARC procedures.
• 9. Prepares and presents data reports as directed. Proficiency with MS Excel and proficiency in statistical programming language (R, python, SAS, SPSS, etc) is a must.
• 10. Other study related procedures and duties as assigned.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly

Grade

6

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2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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