Laboratory Technician

More Results Laboratory Technician Employer Massachusetts Eye and Ear Location Boston, Georgia, US Salary Competitive Closing date May 18, 2026 View more categories View less categories Sector Academic / Research Field Conservation science Discipline Biology Salary Type Salary Employment Type Full time Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Amamoto Lab at Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Ocular Genomics Institute, located in the heart of Boston, MA, seeks to hire a Research Lab Tech 1 or 2 to join a growing team of scientists investigating the molecular mechanisms of retinal degeneration and development that can one day contribute to preserving and restoring vision in patients. We are looking for a team player with collegiality, enthusiasm, and organizational skills. There are two main responsibilities for this position. First, with guidance from the Principal Investigator and senior members of the lab, the research technician will conduct collaborative projects to answer research questions in retinal development, degeneration, and regeneration. Second, the research technician will help the Principal Investigator with lab management, which includes duties such as supplies ordering and mouse colony management. The website for the Amamoto Lab can be found here: www.amamotolab.com

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• With guidance, execute in vitro and in vivo (mouse) experiments.
• Help maintain the mouse colony, including weaning, genotyping, and clipping.
• Attend relevant meetings.
• Meet regularly with the mentors to review project progress and milestones.
• Plan and deliver a seminar on the project at lab meeting.
• Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc.

) responsibilities in the lab.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The candidate will have at least a Bachelor's degree (BS or BA). Prior lab experience in any of the following areas: cellular biology, molecular biology, and/or neuroscience is preferred. 2-year commitment is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Lab setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Possible lifting of 10 to 20 lbs., depending on nature of chosen project(s). Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply on website Send job Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert