Animal Research, Assays, Biomarkers, Disease, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Laws and Regulations, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), Identify Issues, Inventory Reports, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Techniques, Maintain Compliance, Molecular Biology, Plasma, Recipe Development, Reverse Transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR), Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Specimens/Samples, State Laws and Regulations, Training/Teaching
The School of Arts & Sciences seeks a part-time Research Technician to support studies investigating extracellular vesicles (EVs) as biomarkers and mediators of development and disease. The position will involve processing human and rodent biological samples, isolating and characterizing EVs using the current MISEV guidelines, and developing novel approaches for identifying unique EV populations in blood. Prior experience with EVs is preferred but not required. Candidates with experience in plasma/serum biomarker studies, immunoprecipitation, western blotting, flow cytometry, and/or other molecular biology techniques are encouraged to apply. This is a temporary part-time position expected to work 18-25 hours per week.
Research (85%)
- Perform laboratory procedures including extracellular vesicle (EV) isolation and characterization, western blotting, immunoprecipitation, RNA extraction and RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and other molecular biology techniques in support of ongoing research projects.
- Assist with the development, validation, optimization, and troubleshooting of laboratory assays and procedures.
- Prepare various solutions and/or media accordingly and develop recipes based on concentrations of ingredients.
- Organize, and maintain experimental data, laboratory records, and sample inventories in accordance with laboratory and institutional standards.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and applicable institutional, state, and federal regulations.
Training & Professional Development (15%)
- Assist the Principal Investigator in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students to ensure good laboratory practice, scientific rigor, and safe engagement in meritorious research projects.
- Develop and teach laboratory protocols.
- Participate in scientific dissemination activities, including manuscript preparation, conference abstracts, and presentations, with opportunities for authorship based on substantive research contributions.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor, including the possibility of participating in animal research projects (mice and rats).
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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences