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The lab of Dr. Hernandez Moura Silva at the Ragon Institute of Mass General, MIT, and Harvard has an opportunity for a Research Technician to join his lab. Immune cells are known for helping our body to fight infections. However, immune cells are present even in tissues that are not typically exposed to potential infections. This suggests that immune cells actively support normal tissue function beyond host defense. In his lab, Hernandez Moura Silva seeks to understand "non-immune" mechanisms mediated by immune cells that support normal tissue function. By understanding the defining principles of homeostasis, he hopes to develop new strategies to tune molecular pathways to reestablish normal tissue function in pathological conditions, such as type II diabetes. More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting https://www.immunophysiology.rocks/

• A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• The opportunity to learn new scientific approaches through access to cutting-edge facilities and expand your knowledge and skills.
• Joining the vibrant Ragon Institute and larger MGH/MIT/Harvard research community.
• Access to HHMI's Udemy on-demand training courses and interactive skill-building seminars taught by members of our learning and organization development team.
• Guided mentoring that will help transition into biomedical PhD programs, MDPhD and MD programs.

• Under the general direction of senior members of the lab team, independently carry out daily activities and divide efforts between independent projects, and lab organization.
• Actively participate in scientific activities such as seminars, lab meetings, and journal club in addition to experimental obligations.
• Prepare basic solutions and performs base-level procedures as assigned (i.e. - pipetting, cell and tissue culture, etc.).
• Support animal experiments (with mice) through genotyping and dissection.
• Perform assays using standard techniques (antibody staining, flow cytometry, microscopy, DNA/RNA extraction and analysis, standard and quantitative PCR, ELISA, cloning).
• Analyze experimental results and troubleshoot methods to improve research protocols.
• Maintain organized records, back-ups and documentation of all experimental procedures.
• Report results to the investigator or other senior lab team members as the need arises in verbal and written form.
• Cell/tissue processing, culture and maintenance.
• Independently performs routine and non-routine experiments that are moderate to complex.
• Assist Lab Manager in cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., biosafety cabinets, incubators, and other equipment); monitors levels of and packages biological waste for disposal.

• A bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related subject area is required.
• Previous hands-on experience working in an academic research laboratory environment is required.
• Proficiency in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology such as DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, standard and real time PCR is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and documentation skills.
• You must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work well with not only lab members but also with facilities and administrative personnel.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• A high degree of motivation, proactiveness, and initiative.
• Ability to present data at internal lab meetings and conferences.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team.
• Some occasional weekend or evening flexibility may be required.
• Positive attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow.
• Open to work with laboratory mice. Experience working with mice is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency and/or demonstrated ability to learn computer software platforms.