HLA Laboratory Technologist- American Red Cross (Dedham, MA)
By | November 21, 2008
The American Red Cross Blood Services, New England Region has a proud heritage of providing quality blood products and services for hospital blood banks throughout Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. Quality people make this happen and the New England Region actively looks for the brightest and best to help us carry out our mission
Monday-Friday- Day Shift Saturdays- once per month
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Performs serological, molecular and immunological procedures that include but are not limited to DNA extraction, PCR amplification, sequence based typing, probe hybridization/detection, cytotoxic crossmatching, ELISA assays and other procedures as defined.
2. Performs quality control, daily equipment maintenance and refrigeration checks as directed.
3. Maintains neat and accurate records. Recognizes, reports and resolves discrepant conditions and brings them to the attention of the laboratory supervisor.
4. Assists in evaluating and implementing new laboratory techniques and/or procedures.
5. Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
6. Orders and prepares reagents; performs reagent Quality Control.
7. Participates and/or assists in laboratory education and training. Attends continuing education programs.
8. Provides excellent customer service both internally and externally.
9. Complies with state and federal regulations, Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) Blood Services Directives (BSDs) American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) Standards, American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Standards (ASHI) and New England Region policies and procedures.
10. Meets performance and productivity standards.
11. Communicates with hospital or transfusion facility personnel to report patient findings and/or receive orders.
12. Reviews and interprets final results; prepares reports, written or electronic.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. (a) Bachelors degree and MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certification;
OR
(b) Bachelors degree and CHT (ABHI) or CHS (ABHI) certification;
OR
(c) Bachelors degree and two (2) years of previous HLA experience or molecular genetics laboratory experience, preferably including DNA extractions, PCR amplification, probe hybridization/detection or DNA sequencing
2. This position is in OSHA Category I in view of the fact that the position required the incumbent to work under conditions where the potential exists for the incumbent to make contact with blood or blood components as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of basic computer skills preferred.
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TECHNICAL ASSISTANT-BROAD INSTITUTE OF MIT & HARVARD (Cambridge-Near the Kendall T Stop)
By | November 21, 2008
The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard seeks a TECHNICAL ASSISTANT to join a high-throughput team actively involved in high-throughput PCR for current and next-generation sequencing technologies. Performs bench level experiments to assist with projects aimed at managing the Directed Sequencing Platform technical processes in order to ensure the output of high quality genomic data. Responsibilities will include setting up PCR reactions, agarose gels, and PCR clean-up reactions. Will employ a variety of genomic techniques, including DNA handling, storage and preparation for PCR, and operation of various liquid handling devices. The work relies heavily on laboratory automation, UI interaction, databases, and SOPs. The role is part of a fast-paced team environment and work must ensure support of current team goals and practices by producing high-quality genetic data, active involvement in troubleshooting experiments, maintenance of a notebook and daily tracking sheets, and data file management.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in Biology or related field required and at least one year of lab experience with genomic technologies and analysis preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity of basic laboratory techniques and principles of molecular biology required; some research experience in addition to degree-related lab work preferred. Hands-on experience with liquid handling automation and integration preferred. Solid knowledge of computers and experience with Excel and databases required. Excellent organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to juggle several tasks at once and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work independently, using sound judgment to handle a variety of tasks and effectively solve problems with minimal supervision and work as part of a team.
Interested applicants may apply online at http://www.broad.mit.edu/info/careers/ and reference job number MIT-00006084. Please indicate that you located this position on Craigslist.org. EOE.
PROFILE: the Broad Institute was founded to empower scientists of all kinds to work together on difficult, diverse, critical genomic and biomedical challenges. The Institute offers comprehensive benefits including:
* Competitive pay
* Medical, dental, life insurance plans
* 401(k) plan with matching contributions
* Tuition assistance plan
* Four weeks of vacation after one year
* T-Pass subsidy program
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HRIS Specialist-Integrated Services - PCR-0813555 (mountain view)
By | November 21, 2008
Human Resources Shared Services is a combined team of professionals based in Mountain View, CA who are now serving the HR needs for the entire Sutter Peninsula Coastal Region, which includes Mills Peninsula Health Services and Palo Alto Medical Foundation (Palo Alto Division, Santa Cruz Division, and the Camino Medical Group).
Human Resources Shared Services is a combined team of professionals based in Mountain View, CA who are now serving the HR needs for the entire Sutter Peninsula Coastal Region, which includes Mills Peninsula Health Services and Palo Alto Medical Foundation (Palo Alto Division, Santa Cruz Division, and the Camino Medical Group).
This new integrated services group is looking for a HRIS Specialist to ensure accuracy and consistency of the ePAN rollout, as well as working closely with other teams in reviewing best practices and policies.
In this position, the HRIS Specialist acts as the ePAN (electronic personnel action notice) super user training, guiding and educating HR team members and managers on usage of the ePAN tool. The Specialist identifies system issues, recommends solutions and works with the HRIS team to resolve them. This position is also responsible for auditing new hire and employee information change ePANs, updating the Lawson HR Information System, guaranteeing data integrity and working closely with the Payroll Department to ensure employee information is transmitted from the HRIS database to Kronos.
Associate's degree in Human Resources. Must have a minimum of three years of experience utilizing HRIS systems; experience with Lawson preferred. Has a high level of creative problem solving skills, as well as priority setting skills. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Molecular Biologist II (Cambridge)
By | November 17, 2008
The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard seeks a Molecular Biologist II to support the goals of the Molecular Biology Production Group within the Sequencing Platform in a high-throughput genome sequencing laboratory. Responsible, together with the groups Research Scientist, for production projects that may require extensive troubleshooting and non-standard methods. Continuously optimize existing technical procedures and troubleshoots production projects to support the goals of the Sequencing Platform. Effectively multitask and manages time to design and perform bench level experiments and projects. Assist in the development and implementation of new technologies developed by, or in collaboration with, the Scientific Affairs team. Assists in the investigation of scientific questions related to special projects and/or non-standard methods, as requested from the end-user side of the sequencing field. Use your scientific expertise to serve as technical resource with regards to troubleshooting, and to advise team members on production and development matters as needed.
Requirements: M.S. and a minimum of five years experience in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field required. PhD preferred. Minimum of 6-8 years of relevant professional experience in a molecular biology environment required. Experience in a high-throughput laboratory a plus. Solid knowledge of DNA cloning and sequencing, PCR and RT-PCR, isolation of high-molecular weight genomic DNA from various organisms (e.g. mammals, plants, fungi, bacteria), construction of small-insert (plasmid) and large-insert (Fosmids, Cosmids, BACs) genomic libraries and of cDNA libraries, and vector design and construction. Strong background in the latest molecular biology and genomics methodology a must. Experience with BAC libraries a plus. Experience with development of new technologies required.
Interested applicants may apply online at http://www.broad.mit.edu/info/careers/ and reference job number MIT-00005798. Please indicate that you located this position on Craigslist.org. EOE.
PROFILE: the Broad Institute was founded to empower scientists of all kinds to work together on difficult, diverse, critical genomic and biomedical challenges. The Institute offers comprehensive benefits including:
* Competitive pay
* Medical, dental, life insurance plans
* 401(k) plan with matching contributions
* Tuition assistance plan
* Four weeks of vacation after one year
* T-Pass subsidy program
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Staff Research Associate I Pulmonary (richmond / seacliff)
By | November 17, 2008
NCIRE - the Veterans Health Research Institute - is a self-funded private nonprofit research institute, established in 1988 to administer health research at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. Our mission is to advance veterans health through research. We are the largest nonprofit research institute associated with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We conduct research in many fields, including mental health, neurological disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, bone disease, infectious diseases including HIV, and improving patient care.
Responsibilities:
Satisfactorily complete laboratory-based experiments as directed by the Principle Investigator and maintain detailed records of experiments including a laboratory notebook.
The incumbent will be responsible for immunocytochemistry and confocal fluorescent microscopy studies, Western blotting, co-immunoprecipitation, basic DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, and cloning; maintenance of cells in culture. Responsibilities will also include small animal (mouse/rat) experiments and maintaining mouse breeding colonies.
Assist with the coordination and distribution of research results and related tasks, including statistical analysis of data, literature reviews, table, figure, and slide preparation, and manuscript editing.
Perform general laboratory management, including ordering supplies and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
BA/BS with a degree in the biological sciences or related field and/or experience with the basic techniques required by the position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in a basic biological sciences laboratory environment.
Experience with immunocytochemistry and working with a confocal microscope.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and statistical procedures.
Must be organized, demonstrate a high level of initiative, be able to keep accurate and detailed records, be willing to learn new techniques, and take ownership and responsibility of assigned duties and tasks.
NCIRE offers a competitive compensation and generous benefits package, a stable, exciting environment and a wonderful work/life balance. To apply for this position please visit www.ncire.org and apply for job number 2009-1261. For more information about NCIRE please visit us at www.ncire.org.
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The AIDS Research Center at Massachusetts General Hospital seeks Resea
By | November 14, 2008
The Partners AIDS Research Center was established in 1995 in response to the continuing world-wide AIDS pandemic and is a natural progression of the more than twenty year commitment by clinicians and scientists to HIV-1 and AIDS research and care. The Partners AIDS Research Center exists to facilitate multi-disciplinary AIDS research, promote HIV-related education and training, and enhance clinical care of HIV-1-infected persons. The Center is an independent Unit within the Department of Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). Members of the Partners AIDS Research Center hold faculty positions both in the Partners AIDS Research Center as well as Harvard Medical School. Groundbreaking discoveries that lead to the highest quality of care available distinguish the Center¿s participating institutions as among the world¿s pioneering research and care centers for HIV-1 and AIDS.
Under the direction of a research fellow, the research technician will aid in both molecular and tissue culture research examining the role of the innate immunity in HIV-1 infection. Our group attempts to better understand basic immunology to discover new pathways that target HIV-1 replication. Upon completion of training, the technician will independently carry out daily laboratory activities, such as performing assays utilizing standard techniques including, but not limited to, cloning, DNA and RNA extraction and analysis, antibody staining, multi-color flow cytometry and ELISA. The research technician will perform moderate to complex routine and non-routine experiments such as proliferation assays, PCR, qPCR, isolation, expansion and long-term culturing of primary cell cultures and cell lines. In addition the technician will also be responsible for day to day lab maintenance activities including quality control of equipment and reagents and ordering and inventorying of laboratory supplies.
Qualifications:
0 - 2 years experience
¿ Good organizational skills
¿ Excellent and excellent attention to detail
¿ Must be willing to learn and grow
¿ Excellent documentation skills
¿ Ability to perform as a team member
¿ Must have good interpersonal skills
¿ Some weekend flexibility will be required
¿ Computer experience is desirable
¿ 2 year commitment
Contact Information: Please apply online at www.mghcareers.org and search using Job ID 2182880
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Chemist (petaluma)
By | November 12, 2008
Eurofins Scientific, Inc. is a commercial laboratory network with several locations throughout the United States. Our scientific staff has many years of experience with a broad range of laboratory methods from wet chemistry to Real-time Quantitative PCR to microbiological analyses. Company growth has lead to the need for an additional Chemist.
Job Description
Timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments. This includes, but is not limited to, sample preparation for sample analysis, data review and reduction, and providing data interpretation and opinion.
Ensure all regulatory procedures pertaining to sample testing are followed correctly, if they are in normal course of work.
Maintain neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis or as needed for quality control.
Perform chemical analysis on client samples using gas chromatography (GC), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), as well as other techniques as appropriate.
Interact with prospects in order to define their problems and issue appropriate quotes and proposals.
Interact with clients to assure that they are kept informed and their needs are met.
Plan resource allocation so that project deadlines are met.
Assist laboratory staff in making sure that analytical work done under cGMP and GLP meets requirements.
Create and review reports.
Create and review literature for marketing new methods and instrument capabilities to clients.
Follow all Eurofins Scientific, Inc. guidelines and procedures.
Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by Manager.
Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and coworkers.
Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers.
Responsible for adhering to all pertinent company health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in chemistry and 1-3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Responsive problem solver and action oriented.
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Research Associate, Genomics at Prognosys Biosciences (La Jolla)
By | November 10, 2008
Job Code: 2008-10-RD
Join a dedicated team of scientists working to develop and apply high-throughput technologies to enable predictive medicine.
Responsibilities:
Participate in the development of genomics and proteomics based assays with applications in human health.
Synthesize and use high-density DNA microarrays.
Participate in innovative research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Qualifications:
BA or BS degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry.
Experience in basic molecular biology techniques including RNA and DNA purification, PCR, and enzymology. Solid foundation in chemistry.
Relevant work experience is an advantage.
Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
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Temporary Research Tech - PCR (UNC- Chapel Hill, NC)
By | November 10, 2008
Seeking a temporary Research Technician to work for a UNC-Chapel Hill department. Must have experience using Taqman real-time PCR with RNA. FT/PT flexible schedule: minimum 4 hours a day up to 40 hours a week within the hours of 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday. This position will last for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Pay for this position is $20/h. If you have this experience and are interested in applying please visit http://hr.unc.edu/tht and call (919) 962-2900 for more information.
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Molecular Technologist / Molecular Supervisor - Relocation Paid - $$$$ (Phoenix, Arizona )
By | November 10, 2008
Molecular Technologist
A busy, CLIA accredited laboratory is looking for a self-motivated, goal-oriented and efficient Molecular Technologist and Supervisor for the new state of the art expanded Molecular Diagnostics Department.
Desired applicants will be licensed as a CLS, and have experience with RNA/DNA extraction techniques and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Previous experience operating cancer genotype, viral load platforms, gel electrophoresis and real-time PCR is a plus!
Daily tasks will include nucleic acid extraction, amplification and analysis, ELISA, assay validation, Quality Control, technical writing, and method development.
Molecular Technologist Supervisor
Must be certified as a technologist within their specialty. Must qualify as a general Supervisor as defined under CLIA. Must have at least three years of experience in their field with at least two years in their technical specialty. Previous management experience or participation in management training programs is required. Must have a good working knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements. A high degree of problem solving and decision making skills is required. Excellent leadership, human relations and communication skills are required. Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the values of Laboratory Sciences of Arizona.
Immediate openings are available so we encourage you to call Benjamin Dzanic at 602-510-7328 or send your resume to bdzanic@carismpi.com
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