Harvard University · 5 hours ago
Research Assistant III
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expHarvard University is a vibrant community that advances world-changing missions and inspires innovation. The Research Assistant III will work within the Ramanathan lab, coordinating research projects and conducting laboratory experiments in the field of Stem Cell biology and human development.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinates multiple aspects of research project and carries out laboratory experiments utilizing specific laboratory techniques and equipment
Manufactures cortical tissue from multiple cell lines, specifically IPS line, embryonic stem cell line, and a GMP line
Makes genetic modifications, passaging and maintaining each of the lines (both the parental and the modified fluorescent reporter lines in each of the background)
Cell printing, optimizing differentiation protocols optimized for each line, performing and generating tissue in each case, preparing for shipment to team members working on monkeys
Prepares samples for single cell transcriptomics, validating using antibody staining
Sets up shakers in incubators, monitor differentiation, and set up a pipeline
Collaborates with other lab members on experimental design, setting up protocols and developing new laboratory techniques
Processes, organizes, summarizes, and analyzes data, reporting experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms
May train and oversee the work of others in laboratory techniques and procedures
Assists with laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and/or purchasing equipment and supplies, working with vendors and undertaking special projects as required
Qualification
Required
College or advanced degree preferably in a related discipline; directly related work experience may substitute
5+ years working in a biological research setting, with experience with human stem cell work is preferred
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
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private research university and a member of the Ivy League.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$136.43MKey Investors
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Alfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Clean Energy Center
2023-01-10Grant· $0.35M
2022-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2021-08-24Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Anne Margulies
CIO
Christopher Petty
Director Of Business Development
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