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Research Lab Tech I - Neurogenerative Disease (CRISPR-Cas gene editing) $2,000 Sign on Bonus
Job Number: 2022-40661
Category: Research
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Molecular Cell & Cancer Biology - W495000
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Grade: 14
Union Code: Union Position-W28-SHARE
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: May 15, 2022

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

We are seeking a Research Technician to work collaboratively on CRISPR-Cas gene editing of the Huntington’s Disease (HD) gene. HD is a devasting neurodegenerative disease that currently has no effective treatment. Our goal is to develop gene editing methods to inactivate or correct the disease-causing version of the gene at the DNA level. We are looking for ambitious, hardworking candidates to join this exciting project. There will be opportunities to become familiar with the molecular technologies in gene editing and NextGen sequencing  as well as preclinical studies in cell culture and animal models. For an example of a recent study from the lab see https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376056/

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform a variety of laboratory experiments using both routine and special techniques and methods
  • Assist in more complex laboratory tasks
  • Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples
  • Record results, organize data, and perform basic computations
  • Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment
  • Comply with all safety and infection control standards
  • Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to perform duties independently
  • Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

None

 

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

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

Preferred Qualifications section:

Some experience with Molecular Biology, Cell culture or mouse studies is preferred, but not essential

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