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Boston Children's Hospital · 23 hours ago

Research Assistant I- Henderson Lab Immunology

Boston

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$40K/yr - $57K/yr

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Research Assistant in the Division of Immunology. This role involves assisting in translational research studies focused on T cells in pediatric rheumatologic conditions, with responsibilities including sample processing and participation in data analysis.

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Responsibilities

Isolating mononuclear cells from peripheral blood and synovial fluid (joint fluid)

Cryopreserving biosamples

Maintaining cell cultures

Extracting DNA/RNA

Processing samples for flow cytometry and mass cytometry (CyTOF)

Running PCRs

Conducting T cell functional assays

Maintaining biosample databases

There will be opportunities to participate in data analysis (flow cytometry, RNA sequencing, high throughput sequencing of the T cell receptor repertoire)

The research assistant will also meet with patients and families to obtain consent for research studies

The research assistant will be consider part of the research team and will have opportunities to present at lab meeting, develop abstracts, participate in manuscript preparation, and attend educational lectures/seminars in immunology and pediatric rheumatology

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesCell culture maintenanceDNA/RNA extractionFlow cytometryPatient interactionData analysisTime management

Required

A Bachelor's degree in STEM with a focus in biology, molecular biology, life sciences, or medical technology is required

The ideal candidate should be proactive, organized, and have excellent time management skills

He/She/They should feel comfortable interacting with pediatric patients and other research team members

Preferred

Experience with molecular biology techniques is a plus

A two-year commitment is preferred for this role

Company

Boston Children's Hospital

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Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care.

Founded in 1869

Sandwich, Massachusetts, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.childrenshospital.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Gilson Mendes

CEO and Founder

Paul Donovan

Senior Advisor to the CEO for Public Affairs

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