Research Technician 1 BS, Pharm, Physio & Biophys
Boston University
Boston, MAFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- OperationsMicrosoft Office
- Nice to have
- Data analysis
- Work
- On-site in Boston
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations47%Microsoft Office21%Data analysis11%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Research Technician I supports research in the Mews Laboratory, investigating molecular and epigenetic mechanisms underlying neuronal plasticity, learning and memory, and substance use disorders. The laboratory employs behavioral neuroscience, molecular biology, and genomic approaches to study how metabolic and epigenetic processes influence brain function and behavior.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs and assists with behavioral, molecular, and histological experiments using mouse models.
- Maintains transgenic mouse colonies.
- Collects and organizes experimental data.
- Supports laboratory operations.
- Works closely with graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and other laboratory members, following established protocols with guidance and training as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Pharmacology, or a related scientific field.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
- Motivated, reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and interested in neuroscience research.
- Strong communication, recordkeeping, and basic data management skills.
- Ability to follow protocols and work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with others.
- Prior laboratory or undergraduate research experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience with rodent handling, behavioral assays, mouse colony management, molecular biology, histology, microscopy, or scientific data analysis is preferred but not required.