Research Assistant I - Thiagarajah Lab Job at Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, MA

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  • Children's Hospital Boston
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

77193BRJob Posting Title:Research Assistant I - Thiagarajah LabDepartment:Pediatrics-GI/Nutrition AutoReqId:77193BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:A Research Assistant position is available in the Division of Gastroenterology at Boston Children's Hospital in the lab of Dr. Jay Thiagarajah. This position is ideal for candidates interested in basic and translational gastroenterology research. The Research Assistant will work as part of a team of scientists and clinicians who focus on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of genetic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

This Research Assistant will be responsible for:

+ Direct involvement in lab based projects and assisting other laboratory members

+ Under general supervision, performing a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research

+ Collaborating with members of the Thiagarajah lab to implement and execute cell culture, generation of DNA constructs, and study of gene function using molecular and cellular assays

+ Development and optimization of cell-based assays for novel drug discovery

+ Participating in laboratory meetings and presentations

+ Maintaining records of results and methodologies in a log of work performed

+ Maintaining equipment, lab area and supplies in a neat professional manner. Sterilizing and cleaning glassware, preparing media and other materials using appropriate procedures

+ Contributing to presentations, technical reports and research publications

+ Performing statistical analyses and data quality assessments to ensure robust and reliable results

+ Assisting with other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned or required

To qualify, you must have:

+ Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Chemistry or a closely related field, and some practical lab experience

+ The analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles

+ Experience in one or more of these experimental techniques: cell culture, western blot, mouse husbandry

+ The candidate must be organized and detail-oriented, proactive, able to work independently as a member of a team, have good problem solving skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Prior experience in a research laboratory is preferred

In addition to completing the online application, interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Jay Thiagarajah by email: jay.thiagarajah@childrens.harvard.edu . Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Part Remote/Hybrid

Children's Hospital Boston

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