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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryOur lab is seeking a highly motivated Research Lab Tech to join our interdisciplinary team developing next-generation MRI technologies to study the human brain and body in health and disease.
Our research combines biomedical engineering, neuroscience, signal processing, and machine learning to develop transformative neuroimaging technologies for measuring brain and body structure, function, physiology, and metabolism with unprecedented capabilities. We apply these technologies to address fundamental questions in neuroscience and important challenges in clinical research through close collaborations with neuroscientists and clinicians. The lab is located at the world-renowned Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging and provides access to state-of-the-art human MRI systems, including multiple 3T and 7T and high-performance scanners.
This position is well suited for individuals planning to pursue graduate school, medical school, or careers in neuroscience, medical imaging, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, organizing and preparing samples, conducting experiments, and recording and analyzing data. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification.
Essential Functions
-Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
-Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
-Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting as needed.
-Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures, protocols, and results.
-Compile and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
-Assist in data interpretation and presentation, contributing to research findings and reports.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Experience
Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment 1-2 years preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
-Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and instruments used in research experiments.
-Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and scientific software tools.
-Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey experimental procedures, results, and challenges.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$21.00 - $29.01/Hourly
Grade
5
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