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    Research Fellow, Vavvas - Boston, United States - Mass General Brigham

    Mass General Brigham
    Mass General Brigham Boston, United States

    1 week ago

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    Research Fellow, Vavvas Description

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Proposes and undertakes a mentored, innovative project or challenge to develop novel molecular therapies for retinal degenerative diseases. Designs and performs in vitro and animal experiments, analyzes and presents the outcome.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Read, analyze and summarize published literature
  • Design and execute in vitro and in vivo
  • Undertake relevant coursework if required by mentor.
  • Attend relevant meetings
  • Meet regularly with mentor to review project progress and milestones
  • Plan and deliver a seminar on the project
  • Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessary
  • Write a final report or submit a manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal describing the project and results
    • Qualifications

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    Doctoral degree (MD or PhD).

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    Lab setting.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    Possible lifting of 10 to 20 lbs., depending on nature of chosen project(s).