Job Description

Overview

Tufts University School of Medicine- Department of Molecular Biology and Microbiology’s mission is to improve global health by using molecular genetics and innovation to address fundamental and medically related problems in microbiology. Training is a core tenet of our approach, and our students, postdocs, and staff are key drivers of our scientific impact. We are committed to fostering a diverse scientific community and aim to improve our core values by promoting inclusivity, diversity, and antiracism. Our department was founded with community building, mentorship, and collaboration as central values, and we continue to prioritize this culture in our department. We believe that fostering an environment that welcomes a diversity of perspectives will lead to more innovative and impactful science.

What You'll Do

In collaboration with Principal Investigator develops and modifies techniques and protocols and provides input into research design. Works independently performing a wide range of specialized techniques and experiments. Analyzes data, interprets results and assists in writing materials for publication and presentation. May supervise or provide work direction to others in the laboratory and helps manage laboratory operations.

• Conducts specialized laboratory experiments including DNA sequencing and molecular biology techniques.
• Perform techniques such as cell culturing, preparing samples for live-cell microscopy or FACS, lentivirus transductions, microbiology infections of cells and molecular biology procedures
• Performs infections of mice with Borrelia burgdorferi using infected ticks
  
• Uses bioinformatic technology to interpret data from experiments
• Develops research study design techniques and protocols in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, suggesting modifications to protocols and experiments when necessary.  
  
• Oversees collection of data, analysis and records; interpretation and presentations of data for analysis; writes summaries and material for presentations and publications.
  
• Manages laboratory operations including equipment, materials and supplies, and compliance with SOPs, safety and OSHA requirements
  
• May hire, train and supervise laboratory staff and assist in evaluating performance of more junior staff

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements :

• Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through Bachelors degree in science and 3-5 years of related laboratory experience OR Master’s degree and up to 1 year of lab experience

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree preferred
• Knowledge and expertise with advanced laboratory techniques and procedures, data interpretation and statistical analysis. 
• Consistent attention to detail and excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise and leadership skills.
• Position will require working with mice. 

Pay Range


Minimum $48,500.00, Midpoint $60,750.00, Maximum $73,000.00




Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

About Tufts University

This is Tufts. Tufts is a student-centered research university with a constellation of world-class schools encompassing undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong learning programs. Across the university, students satisfy their intellectual curiosity, jump-start rewarding careers, and unlock bright, promising futures. Through rigorous academics, groundbreaking research, and a commitment to civic engagement and leadership, our community of students, faculty, and staff collaborate across four Massachusetts campuses to build a brighter world (Medford/Somerville, Grafton, Boston-Chinatown, and Boston-Fenway). Our employees light the way. Tufts develops innovative solutions for the most complex global challenges of our time through teaching, research, and an unparalleled investment in civic engagement. In administration and operations, in dining centers and in labs, every employee plays a role in our mission for a better, brighter world. At Tufts, the work you do matters. So do you. Enjoy flexible and remote opportunities, innovative benefits, and an inclusive, welcoming, collaborative culture that supports you. Develop your skills. Take classes. Advance your career. ... Do work that makes you proud in a community you love. All while taking great care of yourself and the people who matter most. We’re all in on creating an anti-racist culture of belonging. Across Tufts, we’ve deepened our commitment to making the university a truly inclusive place. Where every member of our community contributes and feels like they belong. Where diverse perspectives are seen as our strength, and great ideas are always heard. In offices, labs, classrooms, and beyond, we’re doing this work together, knowing it is the foundation of our mission to create a brighter world. An innovative university needs resourceful people who make things happen. Here, collaboration isn’t just a buzzword, colleagues actually care, and community means everything. Sound appealing? Come join us. Choose a campus and find the role that fits you. Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff and fostering their success when hired. Members of underrepresented groups are welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. See the University’s Non-Discrimination statement and policy here If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us by calling the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) at 617-627-3298 or at [email protected]. Applicants can learn more about requesting reasonable accommodations at

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