Research Assistant I - Boston, United States - Harvard University

Harvard University

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Boston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Description

The Goodrich Laboratory ) in the Department of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School is looking for an independent, flexible, and motivated Research Assistant who seeks to directly contribute to projects investigating the neural circuits underlying the sense of hearing.

Working under the supervision of two postdoctoral fellows, this individual will perform a variety of experimental and research support tasks, including:

Collecting, dissecting, and sectioning brain and cochlea tissue,
Histological detection of protein or mRNA expression in brain and cochlea tissue,
Imaging tissue using confocal and slidescanning microscopes,
Conducting image analysis, e.g. counting cells, mRNA puncta, and reconstructing neurons,
Carrying out data analysis and statistics,
Assisting with general tasks such as mouse husbandry, animal procedures, making solutions, placing and managing orders, and helping to maintain lab inventories.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for accurately recording experimental details and communicating effectively about work progress. They will attend weekly lab meetings as well as regularly scheduled departmental and group lab meetings.

Basic Qualifications

College background and one year of related work experience (relevant course work may count toward some, but not all, required work experience).

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Demonstrated abilities in relevant laboratory techniques with one or more years of experience in the stated techniques preferred, though prior familiarity with the auditory system is not required.

Additional Information

This is a 12month term appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
Offer contingent upon successful completion of a preplacement medical evaluation._

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Work Format Details
This is an inperson position based on our campus in Boston

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 related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
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Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
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Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
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Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
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Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
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Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
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Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro

Boston.

Job Function

Research

Department Office Location

USA
MA
Boston

Job Code
Research Assistant I Lab

Work Format

On-Site

Sub-Unit
Salary Grade

Department

Neurobiology

Union

5 Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Time Status

Fulltime

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Identity

Schedule

35 hrs. per week | Monday Friday | 9:00 am 5:00 pm

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