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Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Job Description

Research Technician or Research Associate depending on background

Competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience.

The Hilbert Lab in the Biology Department at Boston College is seeking a research technician or associate to join our team. The Hilbert Lab studies the interactions between diverse host species and the fungal pathogens that infect them, with a particular focus on evolutionary processes and mechanisms that shape these host-fungal interfaces. In the lab, we work in a range of systems from basic microbiological culturing of fungi to in vitro infection models and combine molecular biology, genetics, and bioinformatics to study these interactions and their impact on the biology of both host and fungal species. Under direction from the PI and other researchers in the lab, the individual hired for this position will perform benchtop experiments and assist with laboratory operations and setup in support of the lab’s research programs. The selected individual will be hired into either a technician or associate position commensurate with qualifications and past experience.

Job Responsibilities

• assist with ongoing projects in the laboratory which may involve performing the following activities: cloning, plasmid preps, PCR genotyping analysis, DNA and RNA extraction and purification, preparing samples for sequencing experiments, tissue culture, culturing of fungi and bacteria, microscopy, bioinformatics and/or data analysis

• perform general laboratory maintenance tasks, this may include:

• assisting with making general lab reagents such as media

• ordering supplies and equipment and assisting with setup and organization

• keeping an inventory of lab supplies and re-ordering supplies as necessary

• coordinating equipment maintenance and repair

• keep a detailed and organized lab notebook

• maintain and organize general lab strain and reagent databases and manage shipping requests

• attend laboratory meetings, present data, and participate in scientific discussions in the lab

• contribute to the lab’s ongoing efforts to create an inclusive, safe and diverse lab culture

• read relevant scientific literature and conduct literature searches to enrich the research experience

• may work with vendors to address equipment, reagent or other supply issues

Interested applicants should apply through the Boston College careers portal. Please include a letter of motivation with a short description of your previous research and educational history and why you are specifically interested in the Hilbert lab and feel you would be a good fit for our group. Applicants should also provide an updated CV and names, emails and telephone numbers for 3 references.

Requirements

Required:

• Willingness to learn and use new skills in the laboratory environment

• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records in lab notebooks and databases

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively both with othersand independently

Preferred:

• B.A. or B.S. in biological sciences, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemistry or related scientific discipline (required for associate level candidates), applicants with M.S. degrees in biology or related fields are welcome to apply

• prior biology research lab experience strongly preferred (required for associate)

• familiarity with molecular biology and genetics and the ability to apply this knowledge to thelaboratory setting

• experience with common lab techniques such as cloning, tissue culture, culturing of bacteria and fungi or other molecular techniques would be a plus

• proficiency with Microsoft or Google Suite software strongly preferred, knowledge of R or other bioinformatics and coding experience would be a plus

• ability to commit at least one year and preferably two to the position

Closing Statement

Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:

• Tuition remission for Employees

• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements

• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Low-Cost Life Insurance

• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans

• Paid Holidays Annually

• Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

• Additional benefits can be found on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications for women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. To learn more about how BC supports diversity and inclusion throughout the university please visit the Office for Institutional Diversity at https://www.bc.edu/diversity .

Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination .