Pre-Doctoral Fellow (Chekuri)

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a research fellow to conduct mentored, innovative projects advancing molecular therapies for inherited retinal diseases. You will work under the Principal Investigator, collaborate with a team of researchers, and contribute to in vivo and in vitro experiments, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.

Currently enrolled in an MD or PhD program with prior clinical research experience is required. The role is based at our Boston-area labs with regular daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an MD or PhD program with prior clinical research experience.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze and summarize published literature
• Design and execute retrospective research studies
• Assist in executing prospective research studies
• Attend relevant meetings
• Plan and deliver a seminar on the project
• Write a final report or manuscript describing the project

Education

MD or PhD program enrollment

Job description

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Will conduct collaborative research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the development of innovative solutions. The fellow will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and collaborate with a team of researchers.

Qualifications

Education

Currently enrolled in an MD or PhD program.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

POSITION SUMMARY

Proposes and undertakes a mentored, innovative project or challenge to develop novel molecular therapies for inherited retinal degenerative diseases (IRD's). Involves in the study of host-AAV interactions, retinal tropism, and development of enabling gene therapy technologies, with a potential for translation of preclinical therapeutic gene transfer programs. Perform in vivo experiments involving the characterization of retinal phenotypic defects in mouse models of IRD's. Designs and performs in vitro and animal experiments, analyzes, and presents the outcome.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read, analyze and summarize published literature
• Design and execute retrospective research studies
• Assist in executing prospective research studies
• Undertake relevant coursework if required by mentor.
• Attend relevant meetings
• Meet regularly with mentor to review project progress and milestones
• Plan and deliver a seminar on the project
• Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessary
• Write a final report or submit a manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal describing the project and results

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Enrolled/Pursuing a doctoral degree (MD or PhD) and with prior clinical research experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Clinic setting and remotely.

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 20 Staniford Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $41,932.80 - $60,340.80/Annual

Grade: 5

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EEO Statement

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