Research Assistant I - Schlaeger Lab

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital seeks a motivated individual to join the Schlaeger Lab for human stem cell biology research. The role involves handling hiPSCs, genome editing, and conducting cellular assays with human tissues and animal-related work where applicable.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team, maintain equipment, mentor lab techniques, and present findings at lab meetings. A bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field is required, with Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a closely related field required.
• Willingness to work with animals and human tissues.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in following multi-step protocols and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Produce/maintain/expand/bank/QC hiPSCs (including transduction, genome editing).
• Perform cellular experiments and analyses using techniques such as in vitro differentiation, in vivo assays, immunostaining, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, and other molecular biology methods.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments including flow cytometers, automated fluorescence microscopes, plate readers, and liquid handling robotics.
• Manage inventory by monitoring, ordering, and organizing supplies.

Skills

Lab techniques

Cell culture

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Flow cytometry

PCR

Immunostaining

In vitro differentiation

Job description

Position Summary

The Schlaeger Lab is seeking a highly motivated, intelligent, and detail-oriented individual to join our human stem cell biology laboratory. We are looking for a candidate who is a quick learner, capable of acquiring new skills efficiently, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce/maintain/expand/bank/QC hiPSCs (including transduction, genome editing)
• Perform cellular experiment and analyses using techniques such as in vitro differentiation, in vivo assays, immunostaining, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, and other molecular biology methods
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments including flow cytometers, automated fluorescence microscopes, plate washers, plate readers, and liquid handling robotics.
• Manage inventory by monitoring, ordering, and organizing supplies.
• Prepare media and stock solutions for experiments.
• Ensure compliance with institutional and federal guidelines regarding health, safety, and animal use regulations.
• Develop research figures and protocols.
• Mentor and instruct laboratory techniques.
• Present research findings during lab meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a closely related field required; Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• Extensive hands-on undergraduate research lab experience highly preferred.
• Willingness to work with animals and human tissues.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in following multi-step protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team in a goal-focused environment.
• Commitment to a two-year duration in this role.