TECHNICAL RESEARCH ASST II
McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA
(Full time)

JobID:2195178
Location:McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA
Std Hrs/Wk:40.00
Shift:Day Shift
Full/Part time:Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Job Description
Technical support for research staff conducting experiments in a biomedical neuroscience research laboratory which performs cutting edge research on neurodegenerative/neuropsychiatric diseases and their treatment. This position includes close interaction with the Principal Investigators and Senior Technicians on executing studies of molecular and cellular aspects of psychiatric diseases, neurodegeneration and cellular regeneration and repair. The Applicant works independently and/or closely with other internal and external collaborators on these projects and relevant studies oriented toward molecular and cellular biology of stem cells, neurogenesis, neuronal cell function, virus-mediated gene engineering, and application in animal models of neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric disorders. Applicant's duties will include learning and performing a variety of standard molecular biology, biochemical, and cell culture techniques, including the generation of lentivirus vectors, stem cell-derived neurogenesis, analysis of gene expression profiles, immunostaining procedures, animal surgical procedures, and providing additional support with animal husbandry.
Other responsibilities include general laboratory maintenance, basic statistical analyses, maintaining databases, and data analysis as required. Familiarity with molecular nd cellular techniques as well as light microscopy is a plus.
Skills/Abilities/Competencies
Successful candidate must be possess basic computer skills in order to use a variety of electronic systems to access and/or maintain personal employment-related data, satisfy required annual trainings, and use job-specific applications
Qualifications
BS in a biological/physical science required.
One-Year experience required in a directly related research setting.
Conditions of Employment
Employment at McLean Hospital is contingent upon a successful CORI (Criminal Background Check) and clearance from the Occupational Health Department.
Benefits Information
McLean Hospital is pleased to offer a full spectrum of benefits for all staff regularly scheduled to work 16 hours or more per week (benefits are pro-rated for part time staff).
Health/Welfare: McLean offers two medical plans (provided by Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Harvard Pilgrim), Prescription Drug Coverage, Vision Coverage and two levels of dental coverage.
Time Off: McLean offers a comprehensive time off plan including vacation allowance of 2-4 weeks depending on position, generous sick (TOWP) time and 12 paid holidays per year.
Welfare: McLean offers Long term disability, fully paid life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Long Term Care Insurance.
Retirement: McLean offers two ways to save for retirement: the Massachusetts General Hospital Cash Balance Retirement Plan, a 401(a) employer funded plan and 403(b) retirement plans.
Other: McLean has many other perks and benefits including tuition reimbursement, discounts at local gyms, an Employee Activities committee that offers discounted tickets.
EEO Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, McLean seeks qualified candidates for all posted employment opportunities without regard of race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability or veteran status.
 
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