Staff Scientist - iPSC Neuron Research

Boston Children's Hospital

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules
Affordable health
Vision and dental insurance
Child care subsidies
Student loan subsidies
Time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
License and Certification Reimb.
Cell phone discounts
T-passes discounts

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Staff Scientist to work in the Human Neuron Core on iPSC-derived neurons to model neurological disease. You will differentiate iPSCs, phenotype neurons, and learn novel techniques like high-content imaging, MEA recording, and genome editing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes independent research, mentorship of junior staff, and contribution to publications, within a Harvard-network setting renowned for neuroscience and stem

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a STEM field with 7+ years of research experience.
  • Experience differentiating iPSCs into neurons and glia.
  • Strong experimental expertise in iPSC culture and neuroscience.

Responsibilities

  • Differentiating iPSCs into neuronal and glial subtypes.
  • Phenotyping neurons using various technologies.
  • Developing high-content imaging and MEA analysis pipelines.
  • Mentoring Research Assistants and presenting results.
  • Preparing manuscripts for publication.

Skills

iPSC culture
neuroscience
high-content imaging
MEA analysis
genome editing
data analysis

Education

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

High-content imaging system
MEA system
Genome editing tools

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Staff Scientist to work in the Human Neuron Core on iPSC-derived neurons to model neurological disease. You will differentiate iPSCs, phenotype neurons, and learn novel techniques like high-content imaging, MEA recording, and genome editing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes independent research, mentorship of junior staff, and contribution to publications, within a Harvard-network setting renowned for neuroscience and stem

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