Research Assistant — Cell Biology & Protein Quality Control

Harvard Medical School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Wellbeing resources

Family support

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

The Harper Lab at Harvard Medical School seeks a highly motivated Research Assistant to support research in cell biology and protein quality control. This role provides hands-on training in molecular biology, cell culture, microscopy, proteomics, and quantitative methods while collaborating with postdocs and the PI.

The position is ideal for recent graduates aiming for graduate or medical school, offering a one-year term with the potential for extension and a dynamic, interdisciplinary research

Qualifications

• College background or equivalent work experience, preferably in a related discipline.
• 1+ year of related lab experience (courses may count).
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field preferred; related research experience may substitute.
• Ideal candidate is enthusiastic about scientific research, highly organized, and eager to learn new techniques.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA cloning, and routine laboratory pipetting; mammalian cell culture experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cell culture, molecular biology, microscopy, biochemical experiments, and general laboratory organization.
• Work closely with postdoctoral fellows and the Principal Investigator on cutting-edge projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture experience

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Harper Lab at Harvard Medical School seeks a highly motivated Research Assistant to support research in cell biology and protein quality control. This role provides hands-on training in molecular biology, cell culture, microscopy, proteomics, and quantitative methods while collaborating with postdocs and the PI.

The position is ideal for recent graduates aiming for graduate or medical school, offering a one-year term with the potential for extension and a dynamic, interdisciplinary research