Research Laboratory Coordinator

Mass General Brigham

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

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.

Job Summary

Ability to work as a team member and independently, in consultation with the Principal Investigator, to assist in the planning, oversight, and execution of a preclinical research program

Will be responsible for ensuring efficient day-to-day operation of the Translational Imaging Laboratory .

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Responsibilities include laboratory management activities, training and mentorship of junior personnel, data analyses, and report and manuscript preparation.

This position does not involve patient care.

Must have at least 3 years of Master’s degree or Ph.D. (or equivalent) level experience in a preclinical research environment, including data analysis and must have peer-reviewed publications.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must be capable of working with laboratory rodents and in proximity to a high magnetic field (9.4 Tesla) MRI scanner.

Must have experience preparing and administering study drugs, including anesthetics, to rodents.

Must be proficient in the use of videoconferencing software, Microsoft Office applications, and statistical analysis software.

Essential Functions

  • Oversee, train on, and perform laboratory bench procedures for services as defined above.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's Degree or Ph.D. (or equivalent) in a related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree:

No

Licenses and Credentials: (none)

Experience:

At least 3 years in a preclinical biological, physiological, or behavioral laboratory, with co-authorships on peer-reviewed publications. Must be capable of working with laboratory rodents and in proximity to a high magnetic field (9.4 Tesla) MRI scanner. Must have experience preparing and administering study drugs, including anesthetics, to rodents. Must be proficient in the use of videoconferencing software, Microsoft Office applications, and statistical analysis software.

Knowledge Skills and abilities:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor and train laboratory personnel
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
  • Working knowledge of preclinical research protocols
  • Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

    • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
    • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
    • Sitting Frequently (34-66%)
    • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
    • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
    • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
    • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
    • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
    • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
    • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
    • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
    • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
    • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

115 Mill Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The McLean 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.

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