Research Technician, BioMicro Center

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RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, Biology-MIT BioMicro Center, to join a highly collaborative technical team supporting a broad range of biological research projects in cancer, infectious disease, environmental health, and other topics in basic and applied biology. Will focus on providing service and support for a variety of cutting-edge, high-data content technologies including next-generation sequencing and automated liquid handling; perform a broad range of genomic and molecular biology techniques; and participate in the adoption of high-throughput methodologies. 

The MIT BioMicro Center is an integrated genomics core facility that provides access to cutting-edge technology, assistance with experimental methodologies, and user training to scientists in over 100 labs across four departments and centers. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: a high school diploma or its equivalent; excellent interpersonal, computer, organizational, and analytical skills for training and assisting users with techniques and data analysis; self-motivation and a desire to regularly acquire new knowledge and skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment. PREFERRED:  exposure to a research lab that included experience in genomics, molecular biology, or automation; a bachelor’s or master’s degree in biological science; direct experience with high throughput and genomic technologies; ability to have productive interactions with researchers at all levels, solid understanding of molecular biology, and the ability to rapidly grasp new fields of study would be ideal.  Job #21661-4

This is a two-year appointment, renewable, based on performance and research priorities.  

8/3/22