Chemistry Specialist

Mercor; Boston (MA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading research lab in Boston is seeking a Biology Wet Lab Research Assistant for a hands-on study. Participants will engage in exciting experiments, performing lab tasks under supervision while studying the impact of AI on lab instruction. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about biology, offering valuable experience and a certificate upon completion.

Benefits

Snacks provided

Certificate of completion

$1,000 completion bonus

Qualifications

• 18 years or older, based in the Boston area.
• No academic disciplinary history or convictions.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab tasks with or without AI assistance.
• Follow protocols in basic molecular biology assays.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Laboratory Skills

Education

GPA > 3.5

Job description

Hands-On Biology Wet Lab Assistant Study (Boston) (Deadline to Apply: 5/30/25)

$20-$22 / hr

Hourly contract · Boston, MA

Posted by Mercor

mercor.com

Biology Wet Lab Research Assistant Study

Location: Cambridge, MA, a 15-minute walk from Central Square.

Dates: June 2 – August 22, 2025

Hours: Monday–Friday, 4 hrs/day (8 AM–12 PM or 1 PM–5 PM)

Pay & Perks: $333.33/week and $1,000 completion bonus ($5,000 total), snacks provided, certificate of completion!

Who: Panoplia Labs

What You’ll Do:

Participate in an exciting experiment where you’ll perform lab tasks with or without the assistance of AI

Carry out hands-on wet-lab tasks under supervision

Follow step-by-step protocols in basic molecular biology assays

Help us study how AI can augment lab instruction

Who You Are:

18 years or older, based in the Boston area

GPA > 3.5, with no academic disciplinary history or convictions

Available for the full duration of the study (June 2–Aug 22) for 4 hrs/day (8 AM–12 PM or 1 PM–5 PM)

No prior experience in molecular cloning, qPCR, cell culture, or AAV production required

Feel free to reach out with any questions. We’re looking forward to having you in the lab!