<p>Site: The General Hospital Corporation</p> <p>Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.</p> <p>A position is available for a laboratory technician to be a part of the Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA) research team in the lab of Dr. Mariel Kozberg. The major goal of the lab is to study the mechanisms leading to blood vessel dysfunction and rupture associated with brain injury in CAA. We hope that this work will lead to new therapies for patients with CAA, a common disease with no disease-modifying therapies available. For this position, we are looking at the effect of apolipoprotein E, a lipoprotein known to play a role in a person's risk of developing CAA, and its ability to alter cerebrovascular function.</p> <p>The successful candidate will have prior experience in neurology and/or vascular research and an interest in understanding disease mechanisms. This role will involve in-vivo and ex-vivo techniques including but not limited to animal surgeries, various imaging techniques, biochemical assays and complex image analysis. The incumbent is expected to work both independently and as a team member with investigators, staff, fellows, and students; and will report directly to Dr. Mariel Kozberg and Dr. Katy Walsh.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, organizing and preparing samples, conducting experiments, and recording and analyzing data.</p> <p>Does this position require Patient Care? No</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures. </li><li>Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines. </li><li>Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting as needed. </li><li>Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures, protocols, and results. </li><li>Compile and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods. </li><li>Assist in data interpretation and presentation, contributing to research findings and reports. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Biology preferred</p> <p>Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes</p> <p>Licenses and Credentials</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment. 1-2 years preferred</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures. </li><li>Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and instruments used in research experiments. </li><li>Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and scientific software tools. </li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. </li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey experimental procedures, results, and challenges. </li></ul> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>114 16th Street</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>20</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>