What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Assistant I - Lehmann Lab (Relocation Assistance Available) position at Whitehead Institute?
Classification:
ExemptJob Family:
TechniciansReports to:
President and DirectorJob Description Summary:
Performs bench level experiments and small independent research projects to support scientific research objectives of a lab or group. Analyzes experimental data, addresses methodological problems in experimental protocols and results, and reports data to supervisor.CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
- In consultation with the Principal Investigator or other project manager, conducts bench level experiments and small independent research projects.
- Operates lab equipment and prepares and orders necessary supply stocks. May work with vendors to address equipment, reagent, or supply issues.
- Documents, compiles, and assists in interpreting experimental data. Reports data to supervisor in oral and written reports.
- May assist Technical Associate or project manager with determining the order of research processes that best support essential project goals.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to complete investigations.
- Prepares, orders, and maintains stocks of necessary reagents, solutions and supplies.
- May consult scientific literature as needed.
- Other tasks as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in biology or a field directly related to the work.
- Proficient in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology preferred.
- Knowledge of various scientific databases and publications preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills required.
- Team player
Whitehead provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, and internal peer equity. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.
Technical Assistant I Pay: 47,500
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Salary : $47,500