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Research Assistant I - Yingjie Lu Lab
Children's Hospital Boston • Boston, MA 02133 • Posted 7 days ago
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A full-time Research Assistant I is needed to join Yingjie Lu's lab at Children's Hospital Boston, focusing on vaccine development against bacterial pathogens and the mechanism of protection induced by vaccination. This role involves performing a variety of laboratory experiments, specimen preparations, and experimental procedures, as well as attending safety courses. It offers an opportunity to work at a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School and learn cutting-edge microbiological and immunological techniques.
Responsibilities
- Performing a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experiments, specimen preparations, and experimental procedures.
- Assisting in the use of specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of data.
- According to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, performing a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, utilizing standard laboratory equipment, recording and checking results for completeness and accuracy.
- Attending courses in safety procedures for handling, storage and disposal of biohazardous materials.
- Carries out all laboratory activities in compliance with applicable regulations and protocols.
- May need to handle mice.
Qualifications
Required
- Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in a science.
- Experience in molecular cloning and protein purification.
- Interest in immunology and vaccinology.
- Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
About Children's Hospital Boston
Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Boston Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. (Our services can begin interventions at 15 weeks gestation and in some situations we also treat adults.) They have approximately 25,000 inpatient admissions each year and our 200+ specialized clinical programs schedule 557,000 visits annually. Last year, the hospital performed more than 26,500 surgical procedures and 214,000 radiological examinations. Their team of physicians and nurses has been recognized by a number of independent organizations for overall excellence.
Full Job Description
A Full-time Research Assistant I is needed to join Yingjie Lu's lab and work on vaccine development against bacterial pathogens and understand the mechanism of protection induced by vaccination. This is an excellent opportunity to work at a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School and become involved in and learn cutting-edge microbiological and immunological techniques.
This Research Assistant I will be responsible for:
+ Performing a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experiments, specimen preparations, and experimental procedures. Assisting in the use of specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of data
+ According to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, performing a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, utilizing standard laboratory equipment, recording and checking results for completeness and accuracy
+ Attending courses in safety procedures for handling, storage and disposal of biohazardous materials. Carries out all laboratory activities in compliance with applicable regulations and protocols
+ May need to handle mice
To qualify, you must have:
+ The knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in a science is required
+ Experience in molecular cloning and protein purification
+ Interest in immunology and vaccinology
+ The analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles
+ The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including 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.
Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only
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