Research Assistant (Immunobiology/Islet Cell & Regenerative Biology)

Lensa; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Boston is seeking a Research Assistant focused on immunobiology and regenerative biology. The role involves performing molecular and cell biology experiments, maintaining lab supplies, and supporting general lab maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess a B.S. in a related field and have a strong background in scientific research with an emphasis on immunology.

Qualifications

• B.S. in relevant fields.
• Strong background in immunology, molecular and cell biology.
• Experience working with animals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments independently with controls.
• Genotype transgenic and knock-out mice.
• Perform fluorescence activated cell sorting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Education

B.S. in Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology or related fields

Job description

Research Assistant (Immunobiology/Islet Cell & Regenerative Biology)

Research Assistant (Immunobiology/Islet Cell & Regenerative Biology)

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Overview

The Research Assistant assists with experiments in a basic researchlab with a focus on genetic diseases and autoimmunity.Duties in this new lab will includeperforming molecular and cell biology experiments independently and as part of a team, as well as general lab maintenance and ordering supplies, and genotyping and maintaining a mouse colony. Experiments will include working with live mice, mouse and human cells in culture, as well as basic molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry.

As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. We require that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• The successful applicant must be able to design and execute experiments with appropriate controls and experimental rigor and to interpret the derived data.
• Genotype transgenic and knock-out mice using PCR and flow cytometry.
• Perform fluorescence activated cell sorting to analyze and purify live cells.
• Maintain sterile cultures of rodent and human primary cells and cell lines.
• Maintain a specific pathogen free mouse colony, including breeding, weighing, and monitoring food intake and response to medication.
• Perform in vivo experiments and harvesting of cells and tissues from mice.
• Provide general lab support (ordering and stocking supplies, coordinating glassware washing, equipment repairs, buffer preparation, etc.)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and data storage/archiving.
• Assist PI and other lab members in organizing, maintaining and distributing plasmids, antibodies, cell lines, etc.
• Ensure safe laboratory practices and compliance with all institutional research guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology or related fields
• Strong background in immunology, molecular and cell biology and/or biochemistry.
• Experience working with animals is preferred
• Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and a high level of motivation and reliability
  
  

Joslin is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Joslin values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage diversity applicants.

Joslin Diabetes Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is the policy of Joslin to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, marital/parental status, disability status, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Labor: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Joslin Diabetes Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [phone] for assistance.

Location US-MA-Boston

Job ID N3867-25

# Positions 1

Category Research - Research

Pos. Type Full Time

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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