Stem Cell Research Assistant — hiPSC & Genome Editing

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital seeks a motivated individual to join the Schlaeger Lab for human stem cell biology research. The role involves handling hiPSCs, genome editing, and conducting cellular assays with human tissues and animal-related work where applicable.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team, maintain equipment, mentor lab techniques, and present findings at lab meetings. A bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field is required, with Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a closely related field required.
• Willingness to work with animals and human tissues.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in following multi-step protocols and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Produce/maintain/expand/bank/QC hiPSCs (including transduction, genome editing).
• Perform cellular experiments and analyses using techniques such as in vitro differentiation, in vivo assays, immunostaining, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, and other molecular biology methods.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments including flow cytometers, automated fluorescence microscopes, plate readers, and liquid handling robotics.
• Manage inventory by monitoring, ordering, and organizing supplies.

Skills

Lab techniques

Cell culture

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Flow cytometry

PCR

Immunostaining

In vitro differentiation

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital seeks a motivated individual to join the Schlaeger Lab for human stem cell biology research. The role involves handling hiPSCs, genome editing, and conducting cellular assays with human tissues and animal-related work where applicable.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team, maintain equipment, mentor lab techniques, and present findings at lab meetings. A bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field is required, with Master’s preferred.