Zebrafish Research Assistant: Gene Expression & Disease Models

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Child care subsidies

Student loan subsidies

Generous time off

Retirement plan (403(b)

Tuition reimbursement

Licenses and certifications reimburse

Employee discounts

Discounted commuter benefits

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital’s Zon Lab in Boston, MA conducts cutting-edge research using zebrafish to study gene expression in hematopoiesis, cancer, and development. The Research Assistant will perform molecular biology techniques and zebrafish husbandry while coordinating experiments and maintaining thorough records.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM or Psychology, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills to resolve problems using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, including PCR, RT-qPCR, genotyping, cloning, preparing samples for Next-Generation Sequencing, Western blotting, immunostaining, in situ hybridization, and flow cytometry.
• Perform zebrafish husbandry techniques, including pair mating set ups, embryo collection and cleaning, microinjection, drug treatments, tail fin clipping for genotyping, tissue dissection, and occasional feeding.
• Assist with planning and executing research procedures, coordinating experimental schedules, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Compile and analyze data, prepare results, and maintain accurate records of methodologies and results of studies.
• Participate in general lab house-keeping tasks, including cleaning, organizing, and restocking supplies.
• Attend weekly group meetings and present data in a formal setting 2-3 times per year

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or Psychology

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital’s Zon Lab in Boston, MA conducts cutting-edge research using zebrafish to study gene expression in hematopoiesis, cancer, and development. The Research Assistant will perform molecular biology techniques and zebrafish husbandry while coordinating experiments and maintaining thorough records.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM or Psychology, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative lab environment.