Research Associate
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Research Associate
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Public academic health center educating, researching.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.
This is an open-rank posting (there are 4 levels of Research Associate) - candidates will be hired into the level commensurate with their experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Research Associate I:
Research Associate II:
Duties noted above plus:
Research Associate III:
Duties noted above plus:
Research Associate IV:
Duties noted above plus:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Research Associate I
Research Associate II
Research Associate III
Research Associate IV
The Department of Pathology at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, invites applications to an open recruitment for a research position at the Research Associate I – IV level.
We are seeking motivated individuals with a BA/BS degree in Biological or Life Sciences. The ideal candidate will have a background in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Cell Biology, with experience working in a laboratory setting. We are looking for individuals with scientific enthusiasm, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in experimentation into the molecular mechanisms of disease and health. Ongoing research areas include how the T cell immune system recognizes and responds to cancers and virally infected cells, and how the innate immune system recognizes cell death and irritant particles to cause sterile inflammation and disease.
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will perform a variety of experimental techniques, including specimen preparation, cell culture, molecular cloning, PCR, immune assays, and flow cytometry, while assisting with data collection, analysis, and presentation for lab meetings and reports. Experimentation will include working with mice. In addition to experimentation, duties will include laboratory maintenance tasks, such as inventory management, ordering supplies, protocol submissions, and maintaining equipment.
To be considered for the position, applicants should submit the following:
1) A Cover Letter outlining research experience, career goals, and interest in the position;
2) A current Curriculum Vitae, or Resume; and,
3) Contact information for three (3) references.Expected Start Date: Jenuary 4, 2027
Compensation: 40000 to 73000 (USD)
Public academic health center educating, researching.
Public academic health sciences center that educates future doctors, scientists and nurses; conducts biomedical and clinical research; and runs clinical trials while providing health‑care services through its graduate schools and the ForHealth Consulting and MassBiologics divisions. ForHealth Consulting offers care management and consulting to improve care delivery and health policy for government agencies, nonprofits and health care organizations. MassBiologics develops and produces vaccines, plasma derivatives and monoclonal antibodies at an FDA‑licensed nonprofit facility. The school’s goal is to advance medicine by training leaders, conducting collaborative research and translating discoveries into practical health solutions that raise health outcomes for families and communities.
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