Research Assistant II

Research Assistant II

86501BR

Pediatrics-GI/Nutrition

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Status

Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week

40

Job Category

Research,

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Pay Range

$49275.20-$78832.00 Annual

Office/Site Location

Boston

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary:

A Research Assistant position is available in the Division of Gastroenterology at Boston Children's Hospital in the lab of Dr. Lauren Collen / Dr. Scott Snapper. This position is ideal for candidates interested in translational gastroenterology research. The research assistant will work as part of a team of scientists and clinicians who focus on the molecular mechanisms of very early onset inflammatory bowel disease.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct involvement in an independent science project and assisting other laboratory members as needed.
• Under general supervision, performing a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research.
• Cell culture, cell sorting, cytokine stimulation, flow cytometry, and cellular assays in close collaboration with Dr. Collen.
• RNA extraction and library preparation for RNA sequencing.
• Participating in laboratory meetings and presentations.
• Maintaining records of results and methodologies in a log of work performed. Maintaining equipment, lab area and supplies in a neat professional manner. Sterilizing and cleaning glassware, preparing media and other materials using appropriate procedures.
• Medical record review for extraction of clinical details tied to experimental samples.
• Opportunity to participate in recruitment of patients for clinical studies, if desired.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Chemistry or a closely related field is required.

Experience:

• Minimum one year of relevant work experience is required.
• The analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Experience in one or more of these experimental techniques: cell culture, PCR, western blot, flow cytometry.
• Strong organizational skills will be an asset.
• Strong communication skills.

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

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