Research Technician 2, School of Medicine, Physiology & Biophysics

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

2, School of Medicine, Physiology & Biophysics Job Description

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

2, School of Medicine, Physiology & Biophysics Category Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional Job Location Boston, MA, United States Tracking Code 26501005560508 Posted Date 5/8/2026 Salary Grade Grade 44 Expected Hiring Range Minimum $45,000.00 Expected Hiring Range Maximum $48,000.00 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type Full-Time/Regular This position will contribute to investigations into mechanisms of viral pathogenesis. It will involve contributions to experimental planning and design, requiring a background to support those responsibilities. The Research Specialist will support experimental work involving structural biology, image processing, and biochemistry techniques, with a focus on specialized skillsets including imaging and analysis of electron tomography data. The Research Specialist will carry out experiments under the direction of the principal investigator and in collaboration with team members to ensure adherence to protocols and scientific rigor. The position is well-suited to a self-motivated individual seeking to apply specialized skills while continuing to grow professionally within a collaborative research environment. The ideal candidate will have teaching or laboratory experience beyond coursework, familiarity with command line interface computing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to carry out established protocols reliably and reproducibly, including using specialized equipment. They will be expected to contribute to experimental planning, present results in lab meetings, and carry out routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. Required Skills Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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Boston, MA Position Type:

Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade:

$45,000.00-$48,000.00 To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316698 jeid-aa3ae617fc47dc40b09262be479e7bf8