Pre-Doctoral Fellow (Chekuri)

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary seeks a research fellow to develop novel molecular therapies for IRDs. You will work under a Principal Investigator, conduct in vivo and in vitro experiments, and collaborate with a team of researchers.

Enrolled in an MD or PhD program with prior clinical research experience; the role emphasizes literature review, study design, and data presentation, with mentorship and opportunities to publish.

Qualifications

• Read, analyze and summarize published literature.
• Design and execute retrospective research studies.
• Assist in executing prospective research studies.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze and summarize published literature.
• Design and execute retrospective research studies.
• Assist in executing prospective research studies.
• 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.

Skills

Literature review

Retrospective studies

Prospective studies

Meetings & updates

Seminar presentation

Administrative tasks

Manuscript writing

Education

MD/PhD 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 Licenses and Credentials Experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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:

5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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