TECHNICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Affiliate Name: Brigham & Women's Hospital
Job Category: Research
Department: BWH SURGERY
Shift: Days
Hours/Week: 40
Job Type: Regular
Employment Type: Full TimeResponsibilities:
/Working very independently, under very general supervision, executes protocols involving a variety of
routine and non-routine experiments at a professional level. May identify new techniques. Develops
modification of existing techniques, as appropriate. In collaboration with other members of the
research team, gives input to the development of design protocols. Calculates, transcribes, and
analyzes data using statistical techniquesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Independently performs routine and non-routine experiments, which are moderate to complex.
Experiments may include specific assays, tissue culture, and preparing special materials. Mouse studies will be performed.
2. Calculate, transcribes and analyzes data using advanced statistical techniques.
3.Clean and maintain lab equipment.
4. In collaboration with PI or Research Manager, establishes new and modifies existing research techniques.
5. Coordinates schedule of tests and procedures.
6. Assist other researcher's experiments.
7. Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
8. All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
/QUALIFICATIONS:BS in biological/physical science. Must have at least one-year experience in a directly related research setting.SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:High degree of computer literacy.
' Sound analytical and organizational skills.
' Requires good oral and written communication skills.
' Must be able to logically and effectively structure tasks and set priorities.
' Ability to identify potential problems and trouble-shoot solutions.
' Demonstrated ability to analyze data statistically and to logically present it.WORKING CONDITIONS:
The individual will work in a laboratory setting. Some repetitive movement, i.e. pipetting. Sitting for extended periods of time. Also, working with mice including organ harvests and cell preparation.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None