Technical Research Assistant I

Site: The General 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

Summary<br>To assist Engineers, Project Managers, and Principal Investigators in a research laboratory. Primary responsibilities are to assist in experiments, cleaning glassware, and disinfecting equipment, under the supervision of the project head and the PI of the laboratory.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>No<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Prepares basic solutions and performs base-level procedures as assigned. <br>
-Decontaminates/sterilizes glassware and other apparatuses by autoclaving. <br>
-Conducts analysis of results, and may begin interpretation of results. <br>
-Prepares lab reagents, chemicals, instruments, and equipment. <br>
-May assist with organizing materials for publication or presentation. <br>
-Ensures the cleanliness of washing machines, ovens, autoclaves and work area. <br>

 

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Previous Research Lab Experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Good interpersonal/communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Working knowledge of clinical Protocols.
- Must be able to perform multiple tasks with some direction.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• 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

77 Avenue Louis Pasteur

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

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.

 

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