Research Assistant — Molecular Biology & Data Analysis

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a research assistant to join the team under the supervision of the principal investigator. You will conduct a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and biochemistry techniques and record results with basic statistics.

The role emphasizes following established procedures, maintaining logs, and performing literature searches. This position offers growth through safety training and continued education in a dynamic laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field is required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography.
• Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results.
• With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing.
• Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned.
• Due to the dynamic environment in which research exists, must show flexibility in performing principal duties and responsibilities as research projects evolve.
• Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research.
• May demonstrate routine laboratory tasks to tests to students and other research personnel.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a research assistant to join the team under the supervision of the principal investigator. You will conduct a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and biochemistry techniques and record results with basic statistics.

The role emphasizes following established procedures, maintaining logs, and performing literature searches. This position offers growth through safety training and continued education in a dynamic laboratory environment.