Research Support Associate, Chen Lab

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time

REQUIRED:
high school diploma or its equivalent; willingness to work with animals; experience working in a team-oriented environment with people of diverse backgrounds; comfort summarizing and reporting results to researchers; self-motivation; excellent time-management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high-quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and awareness of basic safety issues and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

PREFERRED:

bachelor's degree in biology or related field; basic knowledge of general laboratory practices/procedures; research experience in biological sciences; and exposure to a research lab.

Job #23857-3

This is a one-year term position with the possibility of extension.

3/21/24


RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Koch Institute (KI) for Integrative Cancer Research-Chen Lab, to support a fast-paced and exciting research program in immunology, cancer biology, and metabolic diseases.

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The position provides an opportunity to strengthen your molecular and cell biology, immunology, and cancer immunotherapy research experience; increase your knowledge of working with experimental animals; and to both join ongoing and develop independent research projects.



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