Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
Working under general supervision from lab members, executes protocols involving a variety of routine and non-routine experiments at a professional level. Troubleshoots and implements modifications on existing techniques, as appropriate. May suggest alternate technical routes and suggest options based upon research in the literature. Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using proper techniques. This is a great opportunity for a student who is looking for research experience.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Maintain (breed) and genotype (PCR) transgenic mice.
Euthanize/perfuse mice, extract organs, conduct protein extractions, histological sections and assist in microscopical imaging.
Assist or perform mouse therapeutical treatments and behavioral studies (motor/cognition).
Order or maintain reagents and supplies and prepare needed reagents for all procedures.
Perform different surgical techniques such as Controlled Cortical Impact (CCI) and intra cerebral hemorrhage (ICH) under CCM guidelines.
Discusses progress of work regularly with supervisor.



Qualifications


QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.Sc. in life sciences required.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication, comfortable talking on the phone

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to work well independently.


• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people and on the telephone.


• Strong team player and can communicate well within an interdisciplinary team.


• High level of organizational skills with strong attention to detail.


• Ability to follow directions and protocol requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Normal laboratory environment.


• May be exposed, under controlled conditions, to hazardous materials.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



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 Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Apply Now