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Job ID: 261464

Research Technician
Tufts University


Date Posted Aug. 21, 2025
Title Research Technician
University Tufts University
Medford, MA, United States
Department Department of Developmental, Molecular and Chemical Biolo
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Research/Technical/Laboratory
 
 

Overview

The Department of Developmental, Molecular and Chemical Biology conducts research of basic biochemical and molecular mechanisms involved in cell functions in both the normal and diseased states, as well as teaching students at the Medical, Dental Schools, and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.


What You'll Do

Under close supervision of Principal Investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments following established procedures and protocols, which may include performing assays, tissue culture, electrophoresis, and other laboratory techniques. May also record test results, analyze data using basic statistics, maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, and monitor animal colonies.

  • Conducts routine experiments following appropriate protocols and procedures to achieve results
  • Performs techniques such as tissue culture, PCR, immunohistochemistry, electrophoresis, protein purification and others
  • Records results and maintains accurate records of experiments 
  • Performs limited data interpretation and assists with basic statistics and analysis
  • Maintains laboratory equipment and orders/keeps inventory of supplies
  • Prepares stock solutions, reagents and other media
    • Monitors animal colonies and performs husbandry, collects samples and maintains census records


What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through Bachelor’s degree in science with up to one year laboratory experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures, including tissue culture, working with mice and molecular biological techniques


Pay Range

Minimum $20.50, Midpoint $24.40, Maximum $28.30
 

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.


 
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