[bioundgrd] FW: Jacks Lab hiring research techs

[Joshua Stone]

From: Karen Yee <kyee at mit.edu>
Subject: Jacks Lab hiring research techs

Could you let the seniors in your dept know that Tyler Jack's Laboratory is currently hiring research techs? This is a great opportunity for seniors who are looking to gain significant research experience after graduation. See below for job description.


Job Description:

RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research, to support an exciting team interested in the genetic events contributing to the development of cancer.  Will provide basic technical support for researchers and their projects by assisting in experimental animal model systems aimed at understanding genetic and molecular aberrations in cancer under the direct supervision of postdoctoral researchers; conduce basic lab experiments under close supervision; perform prep work for experiments; and conduct standard lab techniques and functions to support lab and/or research project or protocol. Duties will include animal husbandry, PCR-based genotyping, and in vivo tumor imaging (bioluminescence and microcomputed tomography); assisting with and performing basic rodent surgical procedures; the preparation/analysis of histopathological samples; cell culture; flow cytometry; and DNA, RNA, and protein isolation and detection techniques. Will also provide general lab support and assist with research experiments
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Job Requirements:

REQUIRED:  high school diploma or its equivalent; exposure to a research lab; computer skills; training in hands-on equipment maintenance; practiced documentation skills; meticulous attention to detail; a commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high-quality work; an awareness of safe work practices and the ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment; and willingness to work with animals. Seek a motivated, highly organized team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills who is comfortable summarizing and reporting results to researchers.  A bachelor’s degree, experience in the ethical and humane use of animals (especially mice) in laboratory research, and working knowledge of molecular biology and genetics are preferred.  Job #17118-5





Thanks,
Karen

Karen Yee, Ph.D.
Lab Manager/Medical Specialist II
MIT Koch Institute/HHMI
Jacks Lab

77 Massachusetts Avenue; 76-432B
Cambridge, MA  02139
617-715-2179 (Office)
617-253-9863 (FAX)




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