Research Assistant (Vascular Cell Biology) (Finance)

Overview

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant will carry out project to uncover mechanisms of cellular and physiological responses to metabolic stress.

This position will afford the opportunity to learn a broad array of techniques and gain first-hand experience in design, execution, and interpretation of experiments. Previous post-baccalaureates in our laboratory have earned authorship on publications, have benefitted from career development mentoring, and have gone on to succeed in MD/PhD, MD, and PhD programs.

For more information on the laboratory's focus go to http://schafferlab.org

As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Carries out molecular cell biology projects to understand how nutrient excess impacts cell function and metabolic regulation
  • Plans and conducts experiments using cells. Extend findings to mouse models.
  • Maintains appropriate records of study design and results.
  • Evaluates research results, discussing project outcomes with laboratory personnel.
  • Works collaboratively with post-doctoral fellows and other research assistants.
• Assists with general laboratory supply, equipment maintenance, lab organization, and preparation of reagents. Genotyping and record keeping for mouse colony and interfaces with veterinary tech staff who perform animal husbandry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Longitudinal project-based experience working in a basic science research lab
• Familiarity with basic laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ability to follow experimental protocols and trouble-shoot experiments. Well-developed attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills (ability to prioritize and multitask) and communication skills (communicate clearly and effectively via verbal and written instruction).
• Interest in science, highly motivated, ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and with others in the lab in team efforts.
• Competencies with mammalian cell culture, immunoblotting, PCR, and mouse husbandry are desirable but not required.