The Amyloidosis Center Gerry Reference Laboratory at Boston University School of Medicine is presently looking for a full-time laboratory research technician to perform routine isoelectric focusing (IEF) of serum proteins and targeted gene mutation testing as part of our CLIA-approved amyloidosis testing services. In addition, the candidate will provide biochemical support ft projects that are ongoing. Ideally candidates for this position will hold an undergraduate degree with a major concentration in science, preferably biochemistry, biology or chemistry. In addition to IEF and PCR, responsibilities will include purification of amyloid proteins from a variety of clinically and recombinantly-derived sources using FPLC and HPLC, and analysis of isolated proteins using SDS-PAGE, Western blotting and immunochemical methods. Also familiarity with protein concentration assays, dialysis, lyophilization, and filtration methods would be advantageous. This position is grant funded.