The Cheng Lab is seeking a Research Technician to join our team at MGH in the Dept. of Pathology and Radiology. This position is perfect for a recent/upcoming graduate looking to gain hands-on research experience during their gap year(s) to strengthen their application to medical or graduate school.
Our group uses magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) to discover biomarkers for many different types of cancers and diseases, including prostate cancer, lung cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Our projects include nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis of biofluid samples (blood, urine, etc.) and MRI of tissue samples from patients and animals, with the goal of developing less- or non-invasive diagnostic tools for clinical implementation.
The Research Technician will be an integral member of the team, and responsibilities include:
1. Collect tissue samples and conduct NMR analysis of urine, blood, and/or cell media
2. Process raw data to create analyzable spectra, and perform data analysis using various software and platforms
3. Review medical records from clinical subjects to correlate spectral data with pathological findings and disease symptoms
4. Conduct literature reviews, write manuscripts, and assist faculty in grant reviews
5. Maintain regular communication with collaborators and facilitate efficient sample collection, delivery, and analysis
6. Assist visiting medical students and exchange students with research and administrative processes, to facilitate a smooth transition into the lab
7. Perform administrative duties, which may include ordering supplies, updating IRBs, and scheduling lab equipment maintenance operations