Boston Children's Hospital
Research Assistant I- Molecular Genetics Core Facility
Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
The Research Assistant I will support the Molecular Genetics Core Facility at Boston Children's Hospital, assisting in state-of-the-art genomic and molecular analyses including DNA/RNA extraction, library preparation, and sequencing. This position offers hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing (short- and long-read), sample QC, and data management in a high-throughput, translational research environment.
Key Responsibilities
According to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, performs a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, utilizing standard laboratory equipment, recording and checking results for completeness and accuracy.
Assists in troubleshooting procedures if experimental results are unexpected or quality of specimens is poor.
Performs the following techniques typically required for the laboratory/study:
Maintains records of results and methodologies in a log of work performed.
Maintains equipment, lab area, and supplies in a neat professional manner.
Sterilizes and cleans glassware, and prepares media and other materials using appropriate procedures.
Inventories supplies, alerts supervisor to needed supplies, or mixes standard reagents.
Processes orders for supplies and/or animals. Attends courses in safety procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of biohazardous, flammable, corrosive, and toxic materials.
Carries out all laboratory activities in compliance with applicable regulations and protocols.
Conducts literature searches and reviews, compiling information for journals and suggesting uses for new techniques to the P.I.
Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research and laboratory techniques, consulting with other researchers and technicians to exchange information.
Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor\'s degree in STEM or Psychology
Experience:
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.
Benefits 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.
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Key Responsibilities
According to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, performs a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, utilizing standard laboratory equipment, recording and checking results for completeness and accuracy.
Assists in troubleshooting procedures if experimental results are unexpected or quality of specimens is poor.
Performs the following techniques typically required for the laboratory/study:
Maintains records of results and methodologies in a log of work performed.
Maintains equipment, lab area, and supplies in a neat professional manner.
Sterilizes and cleans glassware, and prepares media and other materials using appropriate procedures.
Inventories supplies, alerts supervisor to needed supplies, or mixes standard reagents.
Processes orders for supplies and/or animals. Attends courses in safety procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of biohazardous, flammable, corrosive, and toxic materials.
Carries out all laboratory activities in compliance with applicable regulations and protocols.
Conducts literature searches and reviews, compiling information for journals and suggesting uses for new techniques to the P.I.
Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research and laboratory techniques, consulting with other researchers and technicians to exchange information.
Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor\'s degree in STEM or Psychology
Experience:
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.
Benefits 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.
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