Research Technician

• Participate in molecular and cellular biology experiments, including but not limited to: PCR, molecular cloning, DNA electrophoresis, mammalian cell (tissue) culture, transfection and infection of cells with expression vectors.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all experiments.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly manner.
• Submit and place orders for supplies, chemicals, and other reagents.
• Ability to identify potential problems, and to communicate and troubleshoot them effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to thoroughly document experiments, protocols, and data. Must be able to logically structure tasks and set priorities.
• Attention to accuracy, attention to detail, and raising questions promptly with Investigators about matters affecting data quality. Ability to independently follow protocols and troubleshoot procedures as required.
• Time management – meets deadlines, balances multiple projects at all times. 
• Communication – professional, courteous, and accurate communication of progress and results to a supervisor and principal investigator. Ability to communicate effectively with collaborating clinicians and scientists.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to use computers and enter data accurately
• Ability to perform calculations accurately
• Documentation – ability to provide thorough written and/or electronic documentation of protocols, weekly project status reports, and regular review with principal investigators
• Ability to work independently and to function as part of a team

• Bachelor's Degree required with a major in biology or chemistry preferred. 
• Experience with molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, and flow cytometry is desirable.
• Master of Arts, or Master of Science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry or related field welcome to apply.
• Experience with molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, and flow cytometry is desirable.
• 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.

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.

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 equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse 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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