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Technical Research Assistant

McLean Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Belmont
115 Mill Street (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2025
Duties/Responsibilities 1. Perform mouse husbandry and colony maintenance (including PCR-based genotyping) 2. Run rodent behavioral tests 3. Collect tissue samples and run histological characterization (including sectioning with a microtome/cryostat, and immunohistochemistry) 4. Perform DNA, RNA and protein analysis techniques (including western blots, PCR and qPCR) 5. Run statistical analyses on collected data 6. Prepare and maintain cell cultures 7. Perform general lab upkeep, such as preparing shared solutions and maintaining a clean and tidy work environment; maintains inventory and orders supplies when necessary 8. Perform all other duties as assigned Education Bachelor's Degree required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience working with tools or skills relevant to digital mental health such as app development, programming, data analytics and visualization. preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism, and respect for subjects' rights and needs are required for working with the study participants. - Strong oral and written communication skills. - Ability to follow and perform clinical research protocols. - Knowledge of basic computer programs and basic computer skills for communication, clinical, and administrative purposes. - Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks. - Careful attention to detail. Ability to work under general supervision Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks Molecular wet lab experience and animal work experience preferred Ability to identify potential problems and troubleshoot problems as necessary Careful attention to details Demonstrated ability to analyze data using statistics and logically present it General knowledge of computer programs, databases, etc. Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills. -All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions. The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity 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.