Lab Research Specialist

The Liao lab in the Physics and Bioengineering Departments at Northeastern University seeks a full-time Research Specialist to support the activities of a biophysics laboratory that works at the interface of neuroscience, biophysics, and bioengineering. The lab uses single-molecule imaging, genetic manipulation, whole-cell super-resolution microscopy, and physical modeling to understand how neuron structures and functions emerge from the elementary molecular processes, under both normal development and pathological stresses.

We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment for conducting cutting-edge research and for facilitating your career development. Candidates will be mentored to advance their scientific research, science communication, and management skills. The research specialist will be embedded in a strong and vibrant biophysics community at Northeastern and in Boston. A very competitive salary will be offered. 

Responsibilities

• Current projects involve transgenesis, CRISPR/Cas9 editing, spinning disk confocal imaging 

• The primary responsibility will be to support one or more of the Lab's ongoing projects by planning and executing Drosophila genetic crosses and dissection 

• Other scientific activities include molecular cloning and genotyping 

• Administrative activities may include tracking and ordering lab supplies and general lab maintenance 

• Expected to present progress and data in scientific group meetings

• Orders &/or maintains inventory of reagents &/or lab supplies

• Train students

Qualifications

• The position requires strong basic skills in genetics

• Must have strong organizational skills and work well in a team 

• Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Biology or related field 

• Demonstrated laboratory experience

• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols 

• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations 

• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping 

• Ability to work with animals (Drosophila fruit flies)

Application instructions

Applicants must send the following documents to m.liao@northeastern.edu

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume

• Contact information of two or three references

Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.