Research Assistant I- Hur Lab

Full Time
Boston, MA 02115
Posted
Job description
68942BR
Research - PCMM

Job Posting Description

The Hur Lab at HHMI, located at Boston Children’s Hospital strives to discover and define molecular principles that govern self vs. non-self-discrimination by the vertebrate immune system. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach, involving structural biology, biochemistry and cell biology. This position is for an energetic individual with research experience in biochemistry, molecular biology or cell biology, with the goal of making fundamental discoveries in molecular processes during antiviral immune response and T cell development.

For more information about our research, please visit our website:
https://www.hurlab.org/

This Research Assistant I will be responsible for:
  • Performing general molecular biology techniques (mini/midi preps, cloning, western blot, RT-qPCR)
  • Participate in specific research projects under the direct mentorship of one or two senior research staffs
  • Maintain cell lines and generate genetic variants using the CRISPR technology
  • Design and perform functional assays (biochemistry or cell biology)
  • Maintain and organize research tools and protocols
  • Create scientifically rigorous visualizations, communications, and presentations of results
  • Contribute to generation of protocols, publications, and intellectual property
  • Responsible for maintaining common lab supplies and buffers/reagents.
In order to qualify, you must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biology, chemistry or biochemistry.
  • Prior research experience in molecular biology and biochemistry is highly recommended, but not required.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
  • Creative, organized, motivated, team player.
  • A minimum of a two year commitment is highly preferred.
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.

Status

Full-Time

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Standard Hours per Week

40

Office/Site Location

Boston

Job Posting Category

Research

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