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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Associate I, Birnbaum Lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Technical Associate I, Birnbaum Lab
Job Number: 23827
Functional Area: Research - Scientific
Department: Koch Inst - Integrative Cancer Research
School Area: VP Research
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
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Job Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research (https://ki.mit.edu/) -Birnbaum Lab (https://birnbaumlab.com/) , to be involved in cutting-edge projects aimed at understanding and engineering immune responses against cancer and infectious disease. To accomplish this, lab projects utilize a combination of protein engineering, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and molecular and cellular immunology. Responsibilities will include mammalian and insect cell culture, creation of new DNA constructs via PCR and related techniques, lentivirus and protein preparation, and protein engineering. Additional responsibilities include tracking and ordering laboratory supplies and performing general laboratory upkeep and support.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: B.S./B.A. in biochemistry, biological engineering, chemical engineering, molecular biology, or a related discipline; at least two years of lab experience (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); and excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills. PREFERRED: experience with molecular biology and cell culture techniques and independent research experience. Job #23827This is a one-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal.3/14/24