We are seeking a highly motivated and independent individual for a research technician position in Dr. Corey Allard's laboratory at Harvard Medical School. The research technician will work with lab members to support diverse experiments using a range of unusual organisms.
The technician's responsibilities will include animal care, water quality, experimental support, and basic laboratory tasks. The technician will also have the opportunity to perform analysis and contribute intellectually.
The technician will participate in weekly lab meetings and fulfill lab responsibilities. The technician will learn and perform experiments with the postdoctoral fellow and/or graduate student and meet with them frequently to discuss experimental planning and data interpretation.
Summary of job responsibilities:
Handle daily tasks related to animal care and research support.
Research related tasks including conducting and analyzing experiments.
Other routine tasks include assisting with inventory, unpacking shipments, and maintaining general lab organization.
Prior laboratory experience is required, as well as strong organizational skills and an eagerness to learn. Successful candidates will be independent, flexible, self-motivated, and able to assimilate new information and execute quickly. They will have the opportunity to direct the research project while taking advantage of the intelligent, diverse, welcoming, and exciting team of researchers at the Allard lab.
Basic Qualifications
College background or equivalent work experience, preferably in a related discipline and at least one-year related lab experience. Advanced education may count towards experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree with prior experience in a wet lab environment preferred.
Excellent organizational and communication skills are required.
Experience in aquaculture or care or marine organisms.
Experience in water quality testing.
Experience or willingness to work with animals as well as performing survival and non-survival procedures as necessary.
Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
Candidates should be communicative with excellent interpersonal skills, attentive to detail, organized, and thoughtful about the protocols and techniques being executed.
Creativity, flexibility, and perseverance to troubleshoot and overcome inevitable experimental difficulties and changing experimental goals in light of new results.
Ability to work constructively with a team.
Additional Information
Please note this is a part-time, 20 hours (.5 FTE) per week position.
This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
Offer contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement medical evaluation.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Benefits
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Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
