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Research Technician
Posted on Jan 13th 2021: Please apply through this LINK! careers.dana-farber.org/job/letai-lab-research-technician-clinical-research-boston-ma-21748/
Requirements
This is a particularly exciting time as we transition our methods from laboratory research techniques into clinical testing where our methods, and the candidate, will have the opportunity to influence patient care. As such, the position will involve interacting with both scientists and physicians, automated data analysis using the R programming language, and the handling of mouse and human tissues. Good communication skills are essential.
Bachelors of Science or Bachelor of Arts with scientific specialty required. Experience working in a medical or scientific research setting or comparable technology-oriented business environment is preferred. One full-time position will be filled. Start date is in May/June.
We are looking for candidates who have at least two years of availability.
Posted on Jan 13th 2021: Please apply through this LINK! careers.dana-farber.org/job/letai-lab-research-technician-clinical-research-boston-ma-21748/
Requirements
This is a particularly exciting time as we transition our methods from laboratory research techniques into clinical testing where our methods, and the candidate, will have the opportunity to influence patient care. As such, the position will involve interacting with both scientists and physicians, automated data analysis using the R programming language, and the handling of mouse and human tissues. Good communication skills are essential.
- Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
- Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies. Collaborates with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors.
- Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses, including the collection of information and samples from organic substances, such as blood, drugs, and animals.
- Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination.
- Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. May be expected to participate in formal and information presentations of results to staff.
- Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required.
- Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities.
- Monitors laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory.
- Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications.
- May be responsible for the development, modification and improvement of standard operating procedures.
- Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology applications to perform work duties.
- May be responsible for designing and executing advanced experiments and setting strategy.
- May be responsible for the examination of animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems.
- May be responsible for monitoring laboratory budgets.
Bachelors of Science or Bachelor of Arts with scientific specialty required. Experience working in a medical or scientific research setting or comparable technology-oriented business environment is preferred. One full-time position will be filled. Start date is in May/June.
We are looking for candidates who have at least two years of availability.
- Bachelor's Degree required with a major in biology or chemistry preferred.
- Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred.
- Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff.
- Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems.
- Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks.
- Ability to work within a team environment.
Post-doctoral Fellow
posted on Jan 25th 2021, please apply through this link! careers.dana-farber.org/job/letai-lab-research-fellow-fellowships-boston-ma-21881/
The Letai laboratory seeks a post-doctoral fellow to study how programmed cell death pathways can be manipulated to make CAR T cells kill cancer cells better. This unique position will be pivotal in an R01-funded collaboration with the laboratory of immunologist Marcela Maus at Massachusetts General Hospital. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Requirements
The ideal candidate has a record of stellar productivity during PhD graduate training in cell or molecular biology or immunology and is looking for a first post-doctoral position. Well-trained candidates with an MD and extensive laboratory experience will also be considered. The candidate would be expected to have familiarity with standard tissue culture, FACS analysis, and other standard molecular and cell biology techniques. Experience with CAR T cells, primary blood or cancer samples and mouse handling is a plus. Amazing, world-class resources of Dana-Farber, Harvard Medical School and the Broad Institute would be available to the fellow. Questions include: How can target cancer cell be perturbed to make them easier to kill by CAR T cells? How can CAR T cells be engineered to better engage programmed cell death pathways of target cancer cells? There is considerable scope for the ambitious fellow to carve out a novel and exciting project. The fellow would, of course, be encouraged and expected to develop his or her own questions to pursue as well. The candidate must communicate well in written and spoken English. More information about the Letai lab can be found at research4.dfci.harvard.edu/Letai.
Qualifications
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
Research Technician/Operations Coordinator
Posted on Jan 25th 2021, please apply through this link! careers.dana-farber.org/job/letai-lab-research-technician-operations-coordinator-clinical-research-boston-ma-21890/
We are currently seeking a Research Technician/ Operations Coordinator to join our team in the Letai Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Medical School. The Letai lab is a translational medicine laboratory with a strong emphasis on functional precision medicine and improving patient therapy. This position includes responsibilities across the lab combining three different roles (research technician, lab operations coordinator, administrative assistant to PI) with the exciting opportunity that will influence patient care, as well as participate in the research and design of even better methods and biomarkers. Will participate as co-author on relevant publications. Prior incumbents in this position have gone on to positions in industry, graduate school and professional school.
Start date May-June 2021.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
This position will assist scientists in performing scientific research, development and/or clinical tasks of varying complexity. In general, this position will assist in the set up, operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment, monitoring experiments, making observations and calculating and recording results.
Requirements
Posted on Jan 25th 2021, please apply through this link! careers.dana-farber.org/job/letai-lab-research-technician-operations-coordinator-clinical-research-boston-ma-21890/
We are currently seeking a Research Technician/ Operations Coordinator to join our team in the Letai Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Medical School. The Letai lab is a translational medicine laboratory with a strong emphasis on functional precision medicine and improving patient therapy. This position includes responsibilities across the lab combining three different roles (research technician, lab operations coordinator, administrative assistant to PI) with the exciting opportunity that will influence patient care, as well as participate in the research and design of even better methods and biomarkers. Will participate as co-author on relevant publications. Prior incumbents in this position have gone on to positions in industry, graduate school and professional school.
Start date May-June 2021.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
This position will assist scientists in performing scientific research, development and/or clinical tasks of varying complexity. In general, this position will assist in the set up, operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment, monitoring experiments, making observations and calculating and recording results.
Requirements
- Independently carry out essential research functions in the laboratory, such as standard cell culture, flow cytometry and microscopy studies.
- Perform wet lab work involving high throughput chemical screens on patient derived tumor cells and established cell lines.
- Communicate effectively with the PI, Post-Doc, and other members of the lab
- Perform statistical analysis of data
- Prepare and present reports, lab meetings or journal clubs to team members and the lab.
- Collaborate with scientists from other laboratories and institutions
- Maintain the daily function of the lab by performing coordinator/lab manager duties ranging from stocking/ordering to onboarding new members
- Perform administrative duties for Dr. Anthony Letai from arranging travel/daily schedule to office management
- Coordinate lab activities such as meeting schedules, clean-up days, and assign lab duties to all members
- Perform other related duties as required.
- Familiarity with basic level laboratory techniques
- Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to think critically and creatively and ask scientific questions.
- Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational techniques and time management, and the ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, outlook. Experience with GraphPad or R a plus.
- Experience with flow cytometry or microscopy is a plus.
Education:
B.S. or B.A. degree with science background required; those with Master’s degrees will also be considered. Experience with team organizations/leadership a plus.