Research Assistant Iii - Boston, United States - Harvard University

Harvard University

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Boston, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Job Summary

About us:

The Wyss Institute's mission is to transform healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds.

We harness the imagination of academia and the focus of industry to translate ground-breaking technologies into commercial products that solve big problems.

We support research that universities, companies, and venture capital firms don't fund because they view it as too risky. We prefer to use the word "challenging," and we love challenges.

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About you:

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About the role:

Position Description

What you'll do:

Train with the intestine and immune organs on chip team to isolate human immune cells and collaborate with them to set up different types of cocultures.
Learn and perform laboratory techniques such as immune assays, qPCR, etc.; independently conduct planned experiments with guidance from senior staff.
Read scientific literature to learn key concepts and stateoftheart techniques.
Accurately and thoroughly document experimental observations and protocols and write/update standard operating procedures.
Follow Harvard's best practices for data storage and sharing experimental records with the team. Order supplies/consumables and maintain shared stocks.
Maintain tissue culture facilities, including daily maintenance of tissue culture equipment such as hoods, incubators, and water baths.
Collaborate with other teams at the Wyss Institute or in other institutions to provide project support as needed. As an example, you may be asked to provide cells for exciting projects happening around the institute.
Contribute to the writing of journal articles, reviews, and patents.
Train other members of the team in specific techniques and/or best practices.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Basic Qualifications

What you'll need:

Bachelor's degree in cell biology, biomedical engineering, or related fields is required.
At least 2 years of experience involving aseptic mammalian cell culture is required including endpoint analysis (ELISA, qPCR, western, or imaging). An advanced degree may count towards years of experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Desirable Skills:

A Master's degree in Biological Science such as Molecular Biology, Immunology, or equivalent postBachelor's professional experience is preferred.
Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft software packages is essential.
Strong organizational and communication skills to aid in interaction with multidisciplinary groups of biologists, engineers, and technology innovators.
Able to work in chemical and biological laboratory environments.

Additional Information

This is a one year term position with the possibility of renewal.

Harvard is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Why you'll like working with us:

At the Wyss Institute, you're a member of a supportive, dynamic community that is united by its shared goal of changing the world through groundbreaking technology development and commercialization.

We encourage your professional growth and development through mentorship and tuition reimbursement to support continued learning, and more.

We also support your physical, financial, and mental well-being through generous time off benefits, gym reimbursements, and other programs offered through Harvard.

Our facility is located in a new, state-of-the-art life sciences building in the lively Fenway neighborhood, where you have access to multiple amenities including a roof top terrace with stunning views of Boston and proximity to numerous restaurants and cultural attractions.

We value an inclusive and diverse workforce, and believe that our differences enrich the work environment for all.
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Work Format Details

This is an inperson position based on our campus in Boston.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be uptodate on CDCrecommended vaccines.

Benefits-
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
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Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
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Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs