SEARCH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Socolovsky lab in the department of Molecular, Cell and Cancer Biology is looking for a research technician, for a project that will develop potential new drugs for the treatment of anemia in cancer. The work will involve mouse models as well as cutting -edge technologies including machine learning applications in cell biology and single-cell RNA-seq. Previous laboratory research experience is preferred but not essential.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate performs a variety of complex research experiments.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts in-depth analysis of research experiments
• Performs complex laboratory experiments
• Interprets data, forms conclusion, and decides on and plans next experiments to be done with a high degree of independence
• Compiles and analyzes data and performs computations using image analysis software, spreadsheets, graphing, and curve fitting software
• May modify protocols and be responsible for a single, independent research project
• Assists in writing the text of scientific publications and grants.  Reviews literature
• Trains new laboratory personnel, students, and collaborators
• Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment
• Complies with all safety and infection control standards
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience
• 1 year relevant research experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner
• Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens. 

Our lab works on blood cell development and on mechanisms of blood malignancies.

See our lab website for details:

https://www.umassmed.edu/socolovsky-lab/

Experience with mouse work and molecular biology is preferred but not essential.

There will be an opportunity to learn flow cytometry and cutting edge technologies such as single-cell RNA sequencing, and to carry out independent research if desired.