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Research Assistant I - seagrass culivation and tissue propogation

Marine Biological Laboratory

Falmouth, MA, USA

USD 20.19-20.19 / hour

Posted on Dec 16, 2025

The Teichberg lab at the MBL seeks a highly motivated individual to join The Ecosystems Center as a temporary, full-time Research Assistant I to assist with the SEAGEN project. This project aims to develop biotechnology for in vitro cultivation of seagrasses and regeneration of seagrass tissue through callus formation. Tasks include starting and maintaining seagrass tissue cultures from seed, optimizing seed germination and seedling development in culture, setting up experiments to test methods of regeneration with different types of seagrass tissue and media, and microscopy and image analysis of tissue development. This position is primarily lab work with some fieldwork for seagrass sample collection.

Position is temporary for 8 months but may be extended beyond this period if funding permits.

Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree (B.S. or B.A.), as well as some coursework and/or working experience in biotechnology in subject areas such as Biology, Plant Sciences, Marine Sciences, or other related topics. Must have strong laboratory skills in preparation of reagents, media, sterilization techniques, and be familiar with general use of laboratory equipment. Must be able to work independently and in a team. The ideal candidate will have experience with tissue culture techniques.

Physical Requirements:

Working daily in a chemical/biological laboratory. Some field work in aquatic environments necessary for collecting samples including swimming, snorkeling, and/or wading in shallow water. Some work in the Marine Resources Center wet lab facility with experimental running seawater tanks may be required.

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following documents with your application:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Names and contact information for three references. Please do not submit unsolicited letters.

MBL is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where diverse experiences and perspectives combine to better the advancement of scientific inquiry and discovery.

The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) reserves the right to determine final compensation based on a comprehensive evaluation of market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

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