Zebrafish Research Assistant – Genomics & Imaging

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Boston Children’s Hospital’s Zon Lab in Boston, MA seeks a motivated Research Assistant to perform molecular biology and zebrafish-related techniques in a dynamic biomedical research environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with lab workflows, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to team projects and presenting data at weekly meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or Psychology.
• Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in STEM or Psychology

Description du poste

Boston Children’s Hospital’s Zon Lab in Boston, MA seeks a motivated Research Assistant to perform molecular biology and zebrafish-related techniques in a dynamic biomedical research environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with lab workflows, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to team projects and presenting data at weekly meetings.