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A Research Assistant position is available in the Division of Gastroenterology at Boston Children’s Hospital working with Dr. Jodie Ouahed and Dr. Scott Snapper in Dr. Snapper’s laboratory. This position is ideal for candidates interested in translational research in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease. The Research Assistant will work as part of a team of scientists and clinicians who focus on the functional genomics of very early onset inflammatory bowel disease. The scope of work will include: cell cultures and associated in vitro experiments, management of human intestinal organoids and associated in vitro experiments, management of mouse colonies and executing murine models of colitis, as well as general laboratory assays such as: luciferase reporter assays, qPCR, ELISAs, western blots, flow cytometry.
This Research Assistant will be responsible for:
- Direct involvement in a translational research science project
- Under general supervision, performing a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of translational research.
- Cell culture, study of gene function using molecular and cellular assays in close collaboration with myself, Dr. Jodie Ouahed.
- Participating in laboratory meetings and presentations.
- Maintaining records of results and methodologies in an electronic log of work performed.
- Maintaining equipment, lab area and supplies in a neat professional manner.
In order to qualify, you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Chemistry or a closely related field, and some practical lab experience.
- The analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
- Experience in one or more of these experimental techniques: cell culture, PCR and cloning, western blot, mouse husbandry.
- Strong organizational skills will be an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills who is eager to work among a larger team.
- Interest in staying in this position for a minimum of 2 years.
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
