Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Join Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Suffolk County as a full-time Research Technician supporting cutting-edge investigations into brain tumor biology and precision medicine within the Department of Pathology.
About the Role
This Research Technician opening sits within the laboratory of Dr. Keith Ligon at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, where the team explores the molecular underpinnings of cancer through a multidisciplinary lens. The position centers on hands-on bench work that advances studies of cancer cell biology and the mechanisms that drive tumor development, with a particular emphasis on brain tumors and individualized treatment approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out laboratory experiments examining cancer cell biology and disease mechanisms
- Contribute to multidisciplinary brain tumor research projects spanning molecular and precision-medicine objectives
- Prepare samples, run assays, and accurately record and organize experimental data
- Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, and a clean, well-documented workspace
- Collaborate closely with principal investigators and fellow lab members to support ongoing studies
Qualifications
- Background in laboratory research, with one to three years of prior bench experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with standard molecular and cell biology techniques
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and careful record-keeping
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a research team
- Genuine interest in cancer biology, brain tumors, and precision medicine
About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a Boston-based leader in cancer treatment and research, where clinical care and scientific discovery advance side by side. The Department of Pathology brings together investigators dedicated to translating laboratory findings into meaningful progress against cancer, offering Research Technicians the chance to contribute to work with real impact on patients.
How to Apply
Ready to grow your research career at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston? Submit your application for this full-time, on-site Research Technician role through the official listing.
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Working in Boston, MA
Boston is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It serves as a cultural and financial center of New England, a region of the Northeastern United States. Boston has an area of 48.4 sq mi (125 km2) and a population of 675,647 as of the 2020 census, making it the third-most populous city in the Northeastern United States after New York City and Philadelphia. The larger Greater Boston metropolitan statistical area had a population of 4.9 million in 2023, making it the largest metropolitan area in New England and the eleventh-largest in the United States.
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