Biomedical Research Assistant - Data Analysis & Publication

Tufts University; North Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University invites applications for a position in the Department of Comparative Pathobiology. The role supports foundational veterinary medical education, research programs, and diagnostic pathology services, contributing to diverse projects across neuroscience, infectious disease, and animal models of disease.

In collaboration with the Principal Investigator, you will design experiments, perform specialized techniques, analyze data, and help prepare publications and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in science with 3–5 years of related laboratory experience or Master’s Degree with up to one year laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory techniques, data interpretation and statistics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in science.
• 1–3 years working with animals and colony management.
• 1–3 years performing flow cytometry, cell cultures, and working with pathogens at BSL‑2.
• 1–3 years publication of scientific research and grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Conducts specialized laboratory experiments.
• Develops study design and protocols in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Reviews results and suggests modifications to experiments and protocols.
• Oversees collection and data entry of results.
• Analyzes and interprets data and drafts results for publication.
• Writes summaries and material for presentation and publication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in science

Master's Degree in science

Tools

Flow cytometry

Cell cultures

Job description

Tufts University invites applications for a position in the Department of Comparative Pathobiology. The role supports foundational veterinary medical education, research programs, and diagnostic pathology services, contributing to diverse projects across neuroscience, infectious disease, and animal models of disease.

In collaboration with the Principal Investigator, you will design experiments, perform specialized techniques, analyze data, and help prepare publications and presentations.