Research Specialist

Join Our Groundbreaking Therapeutics Program at the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB)

At CCIB, we are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies and tools designed to revolutionize biological therapeutics. Our focus is not just on creating solutions but on transforming the future of oncological treatment. We're looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Research Specialist to be a pivotal part of this exciting journey.

About the Role:

As a Research Specialist within our Therapeutics Program, you'll dive into innovations, focusing on the discovery and development of oncological therapeutics. From identifying promising new antibodies to pioneering advances in protein engineering and developing both cell-based and animal-based assays, your work will be at the heart of what we do.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• A passion for groundbreaking research in biological therapeutics.
• The ability to thrive in a multifaceted research environment, managing multiple projects with precision and care.
• A collaborative spirit, eager to work alongside a diverse team of talented scientists to achieve collective goals.
• Advanced skills in laboratory research, with a track record of planning, conducting, and evaluating complex research projects.

Your Impact:

You will not only contribute your expertise but also shape the direction of our research. Working closely with team members and leadership, you'll have the autonomy to innovate and the support to achieve breakthroughs. Whether you are collaborating on team projects or driving your own research, your work will contribute significantly to our understanding and treatment of cancer.

Benefits of joining our team:

• Gain experience in biological therapeutics development
• Gain experience in animal studies
• Significant contribution to research direction
• Competitive salary and great benefits, including pension and 403b match. To learn more visit our benefits page at https://www.massgeneral.org/careers/benefits

Key responsibilities include:

• Partner with other research staff to advance each project from experimental design to outcome analysis.
• To plan and conduct experiments as well as research project design.
• To utilize and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Generate, track, analyze, and report experimental data.
• Complete, coordinate, and oversee general, operational, and administrative processes.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree required in Biology or similar field; Molecular biology experience preferred
• Minimum 7 years of directly related and progressively more responsible work experience required
• Experience with tissue culture
• Experience with Molecular biology techniques
• Experience with routine mouse husbandry preferred but not necessary

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.