Research Assistant II, Molecular Biology – Flexible Schedule

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health, vision and dental insurance

Student loan subsidies

Time off

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital seeks a Laboratory Research Assistant I+ to perform routine and specialized experiments, manage specimen prep, and analyze data generated by lab equipment. The role involves contributing to planning, development of new techniques, and maintaining detailed records.

Evening and weekend work may be required; a Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences and hands-on molecular biology experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Biological sciences with molecular focus.
• Experience in sterile tissue culture and common molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to efficiently execute molecular biology protocols and manage time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is expected.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots procedures if results are unexpected or specimens are poor.
• Assists with planning research procedures and coordinating experiment schedules.
• Develops and troubleshoots new lab techniques and maintains records of results.
• Demonstrates basic techniques to staff, fellows, and students.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Multitasking

Time management

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences (Molecular biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, etc.)

Tools

Western blots

DNA extraction

minipreps

gene cloning

protein purification

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital seeks a Laboratory Research Assistant I+ to perform routine and specialized experiments, manage specimen prep, and analyze data generated by lab equipment. The role involves contributing to planning, development of new techniques, and maintaining detailed records.

Evening and weekend work may be required; a Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences and hands-on molecular biology experience are preferred.