Research Technologist-Stem Cell Program

The Research Technologist in the Camargo Lab is responsible for:

• Independently performs a wide range of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparation and highly skilled experimental procedures for research studies relevant to stem cell therapies and cancer biology.
• Able to coordinate purchase of lab supplies and instrumentation maintenance.
• Provides input to the overall research design to suggest techniques, maximize samples or refine data by the use of specialized techniques.
• Prepares articles and papers on specialized techniques.
• Utilizes specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of the data generated by this equipment.
• Monitors the sterilization of glassware, media and reagent making and other laboratory processes.
• Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed; perform statistical analyses.
• Performs routine and highly specialized or unique laboratory experiments for specific research projects, using sophisticated and intricate research equipment and techniques. Performs and devises specialized experiments and research procedures, troubleshooting problems with own and other researchers' results.
• Evaluates and recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures.
• Trains and provides guidance to technicians, residents and researchers in specialized procedures, use of equipment and theoretical bases of unique tests.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs repair of maintenance equipment.
• Stays abreast in safety procedures, storage and disposal of bio hazardous, infectious, corrosive, radioactive and toxic substance, regulations in the lab to adhere to new Hospital and federal mandates.
• Assists other lab personnel with the use of specialized equipment and techniques within the lab.
• Performs regular inventory and ordering of lab common stocks, analyzing lab workflows to arrange materials and resources in an efficient manner.
• Undertakes quality assurance of research techniques.

To Qualify, You Must Have

• Expertise with molecular biology, flow cytometry and cell culture preferred.
• Previous laboratory experience
• Experience working with laboratory mice highly encouraged.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR Masters of Science and 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing including assigning and distributing work, coaching, training and enforcing policies.
• Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth, experienced based knowledge.

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

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