Research Assistant I Lab
Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Job posting number: #7118187 (Ref:hh-58000BR)
Posted: December 14, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Position Description
The Sharpe laboratory at Harvard Medical School seeks a highly motivated individual to support research in mouse and human tumor immunology. This individual will under specific direction perform a variety of laboratory techniques to investigate the functions of immunoregulatory pathways. Tasks that could be undertaken as a member of a project team include immunological techniques (immune cell isolation, assays of stromal, myeloid, and T cell function, cytokine ELISA assays, multiparameter flow cytometry), molecular biology procedures (PCR, RNA and/or DNA preparation from tissues), as well as bulk and single-cell RNASeq. Animal work (measuring tumors, weighing mice, survival bleeding, i.p. / s.c. / i.v. injections, generating chimeras) and mouse husbandry (colony maintenance, genotyping) is required. This individual will also handle under direction primary human samples (tissue dissociation, cellular isolation, immunological assays). Individual will analyze and summarize data, organize into lab notebooks, and report experimental results weekly to their supervisor. This individual will assist with lab organization, maintenance of lab equipment, and lab safety activities.
Basic Qualifications
At least one year related work experience (relevant course work may count towards experience).Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably in a related discipline.
- Demonstrated abilities in molecular biology techniques, cell culture, and/or animals preferred, but not required.
- Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must possess a high level of initiative and investment in the success of research projects.
- Ability to maintain careful records of experiments; detail-oriented; meticulous work habits; possess strong organizational, analytical and communication skills; can take direction and work well as part of a team.
Additional Information
This is a two-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.Offer contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement medical evaluation.
This is an in-person position based on our campus in Boston.
The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:
- Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
- Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
- Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
- Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
- Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.
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