Mass General Brigham
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator the Research Technician will provide laboratory and clinical translational research assistance for optical imaging methods in a variety of settings (healthy volunteers, cardiac surgery patients, neurocritical care, cardiovascular care, breast imaging, etc.) led by the MGH Martinos Center Optics Division. The position will offer an opportunity to participate in cutting‑edge research in optical and multi‑modal imaging in collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team of investigators at the Martinos Center and in several clinical departments within the hospital. The RT will work independently under the general direction of the PI to coordinate research studies and assist in data analysis and research reporting. The RT will conduct laboratory‑based instrument validation and testing, perform measurements on human subjects and occasionally on animal models, analyze data, and assist with recruitment of subjects and the preparation and maintenance of IRB protocols and associated documentation. Human subject measurements may be required after hours and on weekends, particularly for intensive care studies that rely on recruiting patients as soon as possible after admission.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study required.
Experience:
Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment, 1–2 years preferred.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the execution of human subject measurements in both a laboratory and clinical setting
Assist in the building and testing of novel research instruments
Conduct data analysis and processing using a variety of processing tools, generally implemented in the MATLAB environment (Python is also acceptable)
Co‑ordinate recruitment and clinical measurements in conjunction with clinical collaborators. This includes communicating with study subjects.
Maintain research data, patient files, regulatory binders and study databases
Prepare reports and presentations
Participate in preparing manuscripts for publication.
Prepare IRB submissions and amendments and help maintaining documentation for the IRB.
Collect and maintain subject information database.
Proof‑reading and editing of manuscripts and grant applications.
Skills & Competencies Required
Prior programming experience is required; prior experience with MATLAB is a plus; a data analysis exercise in Matlab or another language will be included as part of the interview process.
An engineering or physical science background is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of electro‑optical systems and/or biomedical optics is a plus.
Ability to make independent effective decisions.
The ability to work as part of an integrated research team.
Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements.
Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills.
Detail oriented, creative, able to maintain accurate records.
High degree of professionalism, ability to interact with study subjects and clinical collaborators.
Capable of handling confidential information with discretion.
Ability to make independent effective decisions.
Additional Job Details Remote Type:
Onsite
Work Location:
149 Thirteenth Street Building 149
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range:
$19.76 – $28.44 hourly
Grade:
5
EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study required.
Experience:
Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment, 1–2 years preferred.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the execution of human subject measurements in both a laboratory and clinical setting
Assist in the building and testing of novel research instruments
Conduct data analysis and processing using a variety of processing tools, generally implemented in the MATLAB environment (Python is also acceptable)
Co‑ordinate recruitment and clinical measurements in conjunction with clinical collaborators. This includes communicating with study subjects.
Maintain research data, patient files, regulatory binders and study databases
Prepare reports and presentations
Participate in preparing manuscripts for publication.
Prepare IRB submissions and amendments and help maintaining documentation for the IRB.
Collect and maintain subject information database.
Proof‑reading and editing of manuscripts and grant applications.
Skills & Competencies Required
Prior programming experience is required; prior experience with MATLAB is a plus; a data analysis exercise in Matlab or another language will be included as part of the interview process.
An engineering or physical science background is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of electro‑optical systems and/or biomedical optics is a plus.
Ability to make independent effective decisions.
The ability to work as part of an integrated research team.
Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements.
Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills.
Detail oriented, creative, able to maintain accurate records.
High degree of professionalism, ability to interact with study subjects and clinical collaborators.
Capable of handling confidential information with discretion.
Ability to make independent effective decisions.
Additional Job Details Remote Type:
Onsite
Work Location:
149 Thirteenth Street Building 149
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range:
$19.76 – $28.44 hourly
Grade:
5
EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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