Classification:

Exempt

Job Family:

Technicians

Reports to:

HHMI Member

Job Description Summary:

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Designs and performs bench level experiments and small independent research projects to support scientific research objectives of a lab or group. Analyzes experimental data, addresses methodological problems in experimental protocols and results, and reports data to supervisor. Uses discretion in prioritizing and organizing workflow and in optimizing methodologies and results.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

• In consultation with the Principal Investigator or other project manager, designs bench level experiments and small independent research projects.

• Independently operates lab equipment and prepares and orders necessary supply stocks.  May work with vendors to address equipment, reagent, or supply issues.

• Performs analysis of experimental results by identifying methodological problems and helping to identify and implement modifications in research protocols.

• Documents, compiles, and assists in interpreting experimental data.  Reports data to supervisor in oral and written reports.

• May assist Technical Associate or project manager with determining the order of research processes that best support essential project goals.

• May consult scientific literature as needed.

• Other tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field required or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must have 2 years of experience working full-time in a research laboratory.  (Master's degree, at least one year of directly related, full time lab experience).
• Proficient in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology required.
• Knowledge of various scientific databases and publications preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills required.

Whitehead provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, and internal peer equity. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.

• Pay Range Minimum: 50,000

• Pay Range Maximum: 55,000

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