Impactful Research Assistant II: Neurodegenerative Biomarkers

American Society for Experimental Neurotherapeutics

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Wyss Institute at Harvard University seeks a motivated Research Assistant II to help develop diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases and assay biomarkers from human biofluids. You will work in a collaborative team, receive training in cutting-edge techniques, and contribute to exciting projects with mentorship from senior staff.

The role emphasizes bench work, data presentation at internal meetings, and expanding skills in protein and nucleic acid biomarker profiling, under a dynamic,

Qualifications

Bachelor's level or higher in biological sciences; higher education may count towards experience.
2+ years of research experience preferred.
Experience with protein biochemistry (ELISA, Western blot) and nucleic acid techniques is advantageous.
Experience with imaging techniques (fluorescence microscopy) and automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing and executing experiments for new diagnostic technologies and biomarker assays.
Order supplies and perform lab maintenance under supervision.
Present data and conclusions at Wyss Institute meetings.

Skills

Lab experience in molecular biology/bi

Laboratory teamwork

Education

Bachelor-level biology or related field

2+ years research experience

Tools

Fluorescence microscopy

Imaging systems

Robotics

Liquid handling automation

Microfluidics

Job description

The role emphasizes bench work, data presentation at internal meetings, and expanding skills in protein and nucleic acid biomarker profiling, under a dynamic,

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