The Bernstein Laboratory answers fundamental questions about the epigenetic regulation of cellular state, and how these systems go awry in cancer. With this goal in mind, we have pioneered approaches to profile and perturb the epigenome, including at single cell resolution.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will contribute to and lead research projects, think independently and make original intellectual contributions. Research technicians in our laboratory regularly present their own work and contribute to the writing of papers and grant applications. We view a research technician as a mentored training position, with a primary goal being the professional development of our technicians. Prior technicians have successfully pursued a variety of subsequent career directions including obtaining MDs, PhDs, MD-PhDs, and direct entry into industry.
The successful candidate will join the team of Prof. Brad Bernstein working primarily with postdoctoral researcher Dr. Alba Rodriguez-Meira, and will also assist with general lab management when needed. Our group spans the Department of Cancer Biology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, with extensive collaboration across these institutions. This position requires full-time on-site presence.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
- Plan, execute and troubleshoot genomic assays and gene editing protocols, including next generation sequencing, CRISPR-Cas9 editing, primary cell culture and other specialized protocols.
- Conducts analysis and interpretation of observed results, including computational analysis of genomic datasets using established pipelines in R, python and HPC.
- Write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. May be expected to participate in formal and information presentations of results.
- Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications
- Maintain detailed notebook of all work-related activities
- Performs standard experimental procedures, maintain lab reagents and equipment, chemicals and sample databases.
- Clean, maintain and prepare equipment, supplies and work areas. May be responsible for ordering of supplies, collaborate with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors
- Monitor laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information, follow and improve the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory
- May be responsible for collecting biological specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred
- Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff
- Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
- Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks
- Ability to work within a team environment
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology or chemistry, with no prior professional experience necessary. Candidates will learn and apply technical principles, processes, and concepts, use institutional policies to address routine issues, and work on problems of limited scope. The role involves following standard practices to analyze situations or data and building stable internal working relationships.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No supervisory responsibilities. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
PATIENT CONTACT: None
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$47,500.00 - $51,300.00
