What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH TECHNICIAN 2, School of Medicine, Microbiology position at Boston University?
Category
Boston University Medical Campus --> Research
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26501017350617
Posted Date
6/17/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 44
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$45,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$47,300.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
The Research Technician will contribute to NIH-funded studies focused on innate immune responses during Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, with particular emphasis on immunometabolism and host pathogen interactions in the lung. Working closely with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members, the individual will perform experimental procedures using immunological and cell biology techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, immune cell isolation and culture, and tissue processing to support ongoing research activities.
The position will also support mouse colony management and infection model studies, including breeding, genotyping, and animal procedures. Additional responsibilities include organizing experimental data, procurement, maintaining laboratory inventory and compliance documentation, and contributing to the refinement and optimization of laboratory protocols and workflows. The role is well-suited to a detail-oriented individual seeking to further develop research experience in immunology, microbiology, and infectious disease research within a collaborative academic laboratory environment.
Required Skills
Bachelor's and 1-3 years.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Boston University Medical Campus --> Research
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26501017350617
Posted Date
6/17/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 44
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$45,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$47,300.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
The Research Technician will contribute to NIH-funded studies focused on innate immune responses during Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, with particular emphasis on immunometabolism and host pathogen interactions in the lung. Working closely with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members, the individual will perform experimental procedures using immunological and cell biology techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, immune cell isolation and culture, and tissue processing to support ongoing research activities.
The position will also support mouse colony management and infection model studies, including breeding, genotyping, and animal procedures. Additional responsibilities include organizing experimental data, procurement, maintaining laboratory inventory and compliance documentation, and contributing to the refinement and optimization of laboratory protocols and workflows. The role is well-suited to a detail-oriented individual seeking to further develop research experience in immunology, microbiology, and infectious disease research within a collaborative academic laboratory environment.
Required Skills
Bachelor's and 1-3 years.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Salary : $47,300