Research Assistant II: Molecular Biology & Lab Data

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic RA I+ to support diverse laboratory research in molecular biology. You will perform routine and specialized experimental procedures, assist with planning experiments, and troubleshoot techniques while maintaining meticulous records and data analyses.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Biological sciences with 1+ years in molecular biology labs and experience in culture, Western blots, DNA methods, and protein work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences; master's preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant research experience in a molecular biology setting.
• Experience with sterile tissue culture, Western blots and DNA techniques.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory experiments and procedures.
• Troubleshoot procedures and suggest alternative approaches as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of results and prepare data visualizations.
• Assist with planning experiments and coordinating schedules.

Skills

Molecular biology

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Time management

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Sterile tissue culture

Western blotting

DNA extraction

Minipreps

Gene cloning

Protein purification

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic RA I+ to support diverse laboratory research in molecular biology. You will perform routine and specialized experimental procedures, assist with planning experiments, and troubleshoot techniques while maintaining meticulous records and data analyses.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Biological sciences with 1+ years in molecular biology labs and experience in culture, Western blots, DNA methods, and protein work.