Scientist I - Organ Chips: Radiation & Spaceflight Research

Harvard University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

Retirement plans with university contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Harvard University seeks a Research Scientist to join the Wyss Institute in Boston. The role involves developing potential drugs for radiation injury and studying hematopoietic cells' response to radiation exposure. A bachelor's degree in a biological field and 4 years of relevant experience are essential. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a collaborative environment, and the chance to work on impactful, innovative projects in healthcare and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemical biology, or biomedical-related field is required.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience with cellular or molecular biology is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop potential drugs that mitigate radiation injury and accelerate recovery after ionizing radiation exposure.
• Study the effects of radiation exposure on human hematopoietic cells.
• Design, plan, and execute experiments that measure the effects of ground and spaceflight-related radiation.

Skills

Cellular biology

Molecular biology

Flow cytometry

RNA sequencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemical biology, or biomedical-related field

Advanced degree (Ph.D.)

Tools

Single cell RNA sequencing

Mass spectrometry

Human Bone Marrow Chips

Job description

Harvard University seeks a Research Scientist to join the Wyss Institute in Boston. The role involves developing potential drugs for radiation injury and studying hematopoietic cells' response to radiation exposure. A bachelor's degree in a biological field and 4 years of relevant experience are essential. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a collaborative environment, and the chance to work on impactful, innovative projects in healthcare and sustainability.