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Wyss Institute at Harvard University · 6 days ago

Research Assistant III- Diagnostics Accelerator

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Wyss Institute at Harvard University is dedicated to transforming healthcare and the environment through innovative technologies. The Research Assistant III will develop multi-omic technologies for investigating diseases and contribute to novel liquid biopsy tests while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Biotechnology

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop expertise in new and established techniques in mass spectrometry, NGS, and multi-omics technologies for profiling of biomarkers from human biofluids and tissues in different disease states

Work in collaboration with senior lab members to establish automation using liquid handling instruments such as Tecan, Opentron, and Eppendorf

Provide training and guidance to other lab members on experimental technique

Perform lab maintenance such as maintaining and/or purchasing equipment and ordering supplies, as required. Conduct a comprehensive equipment inspection annually to address any potential issues

Present data at internal Wyss meetings with supervision from senior lab members

Qualification

Mass spectrometryNGSMulti-omics technologiesLiquid handling automationBioinformaticsMolecular biologyBiochemistryPythonR

Required

Bachelor's degree in a biological science or related field is required

Two or more years of research experience in molecular biology or biochemistry is required

Preferred

Full time, post-university research experience is strongly preferred, however exceptional candidates with two or more years of undergraduate research experience are encouraged to apply

Experience with one or more of the following is advantageous: programming of liquid handling robots, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, NGS, bioinformatics using Python or R

Benefits

Generous paid time off including parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one

Retirement plans with university contributions

Wellbeing and mental health resources

Support for families and caregivers

Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Company

Wyss Institute at Harvard University

The Wyss Institute at Harvard University is a nonprofit research organization dedicated to translating groundbreaking discoveries from the lab into real-world solutions for human and planetary health.

Founded in 2005

Boston, MA, US

201-500 employees