Research Assistant I- Italiano Lab
82903BR
Research – Vascular Biology
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Research,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Pay Range
$39644.80-$57491.20 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.
We are looking for a science-loving person who will be part of an amazing team of research professionals focused on understanding platelet biology in a dynamic academic environment. This individual will be involved in scientific studies aimed at understanding how platelets are produced and how they contribute to disease processes like cancer, obesity, and aging. Under the general supervision of the investigator, they will perform cell culture and laboratory experiments in the fields of Hematopoiesis and Platelet and Megakaryocyte Biology. As experiments proceed, they will consult with PIs and lab members to determine necessary adjustments in design and implement these changes. There is room for scientific growth in this position, and we encourage applicants who are interested in working on an independent project once the primary skills are mastered.
Specific Area of Research: Hematopoiesis, Micro particles, Megakaryocyte/Platelet Cell Biology
Key Responsibilities:
- Isolate primary megakaryocytes and platelets needed for weekly experiments.
- Under the general supervision of the investigator, performs complex laboratory experiments in the field of cell biology including: cell culture, ELISA, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, general biochemistry, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, and microscopy.
- Performs general laboratory animal work including: sterile technique, megakaryocyte isolation, bone marrow isolation, and tissue collection/preparation.
- Records, reviews, and analyzes test results. Assesses quality of data and repeats tests as necessary to determine reproducibility of results.
- Assembles data in useful format for presentation to the investigator, including normalizing and graphing results; presents data during various meetings and seminars.
- Performs literature searches and helps to prepare presentations and written articles for publication; prepares literature for journal club presentations.
- Supports general lab operations by purchasing research supplies, performing regular inventory of lab common stocks, helping maintain animal colonies, and culturing both primary cells and cell lines.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM or Psychology is required.
Experience:
- One year of relevant work experience is preferred.
- 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.
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 offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits for eligible positions; 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.
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, military or veteran status or any other classification protected by law in hiring, promotion, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment. Boston Children’s Hospital collects and maintains information regarding gender, race, and ethnicity for equal opportunity compliance purposes. Boston Children’s Hospital also is subject to various government recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations.
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