Research Assistant III
73449BR
Medicine-Hematology/Oncology
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Research
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
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.
The Camargo laboratory focuses on the study of adult stem cell biology, organ size regulation, and cancer. Our laboratory utilizes a variety of genetic, biochemical, and high-throughput technologies to identify molecules and mechanisms that regulate this fascinating process in mammals. We are particularly interested in studying the function of the newly discovered Hippo signaling pathway and its effects on tissue size, homeostasis and cancer
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
- Independently decides which techniques may be appropriate for specific experimental investigations and carries out those experiments with minimal supervision or independently.
- Critically evaluates experimental results independently and provides summaries or interpretation of results to PI. RA II plus under minimal supervision.
- Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.
- Coaches RA I and RA II, interns, Co Ops on basic lab techniques.
- Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed; uses computer to perform statistical analyses.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth, experienced based knowledge.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree, AND a minimum three years of relevant experience OR Master’s of Science AND one year of relevant work experience
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits.
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
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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