• Clean, maintain work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies
• Set up, adjust, calibrate and operation of standard lab equipment
• Prepares and maintains laboratory reagents and stocks
• Maintains cell culture and performs drug treatments
• Conduct standardized biological or biochemical assays and laboratory analyses, e.g. TR-FRET, FP, cell-based assays
• Compiles and analyzes experimental data and interprets results to write summaries of findings for presentation of results to staff
• Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics, or high-technology applications to perform work duties
• Responsible for maintaining detailed notebook of all work-related activities.
• Monitors laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

• Bachelor's Degree required with a major in biology or chemistry preferred
• Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine
• Research experience (>1 yr) in molecular biology or biochemistry preferred
• Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to keep accurate experimental records
• Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Must have close attention to detail and consistent work habits
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Must have good time management

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.