Research Technician - Chowdhury Lab

A highly motivated laboratory research technician is being sought to join a research team that works on cancer genetics and model systems. The ultimate goal of the lab is to translate important principles discovered in the lab into clinical useful diagnostic and therapeutic tools. This individual will work with the PI and a research fellow to perform cutting-edge research with potential impact on cancer treatment.  The ability to perform a variety of animal, cellular and molecular biology techniques is essential for this role, as are good organizational and communication skills, ability to work within a team, flexibility and responsibility. 

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Specific duties would include:

• Tissue culture of human cancer cells;
• Protein chemical assays including immunoprecipitation and immunoblotting;
• Cell proliferation assays following pharmacological treatments;
• Extraction and analysis of DNA and mRNA, including PCR, quantitative PCR, realtime-PCR;
• Animal experimentation (husbandry, genotyping, breeding)
• Data analysis and recording of results electronically and in a lab notebook;
• Protocol and literature searches;
• Working closely with a scientist who will serve as direct supervisor and mentor;
• Co-operating with a team of experimental scientists;
• Preparation of reagents and media used in lab experiments;
• Operation and maintenance of standard lab equipment

We are looking for an enthusiastic, capable, and competent scientist, with a BA/BS in biology or a related field.  Preference will be given to those with at least five years of laboratory experience in molecular and cellular biology.  In addition to technical and scientific knowledge, this individual should have good organizational and interpersonal skills.

This position is a full-time, 40 hours per week role.

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 groups as protected by law.