Research Student

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA is seeking a Research Student to be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research within a health sciences setting. The role involves hands-on lab work and data collection.

You will learn routine tests, operate standard equipment, maintain logs, and participate in safety trainings and lectures to advance your knowledge of research methods.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow established procedures for routine laboratory tests.
• Able to collect and record data accurately and maintain logs.
• Willingness to attend lectures and courses to advance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Learn and conduct routine tests following established procedures.
• Learn and use standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, centrifuges, and other instruments.
• Collect basic study data and maintain daily logs of methodologies and test results.
• Under supervision, summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing.
• Attend safety requirements/conditions lectures and training; participate in courses and conferences to enhance knowledge.

Job description

Boston, MA • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Full-time • DayWhen you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.Job Summary: A Research Student will be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research in conjunction with a related or unrelated educational program.

Job Description:Learns and conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and/or chromatography. Learns and uses standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, centrifuges. 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. Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research. May perform literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research.Pay Range:$15.00 – $24.04The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledJob detailsEmployment: Full-timeHours/Week: 40Shift: DayCategory: Academic ResearchPay Range: $15.00 - $24.04FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR102442