- Basic competency with
- Highly organized and methodical.
- Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Able to work constructively in team settings.
- Competency in applied mathematics (linear algebra, discrete math, and familiarity of applied mathematics for analysis of biological datasets, including self-organizing maps, k-means clustering, and neural networks) and statistics and use of associated computational tools such as Prism, MATLAB, R, and Python.
- Experience with digital image analysis
- Experience with writing scientific manuscripts and/or grants.
- Familiarity with the basic concepts of immunology will be a plus.
-
Research Specialist 1
2 days ago
Boston University Boston, United StatesThe Research Specialist will work directly with participants and data from the BU ADRC HOPE Study and the Bogalusa Heart Study. As part of the BU ADC team, the RS will serve as a liaison between the BU (BU ADC) and Tulane (BHS) teams. They will manage one of the AHA-funded projec ...
-
Research Affairs Specialist
1 day ago
Tufts University Boston, United StatesOverview: · Dental Research Administration (DRA) at TUSDM is the main research structure for all basic science and clinical projects at the Dental School. DRA is the liaison to the Office of the Vice Provost, Sponsored Accounting, IRB, IACUC, DLAM, Biosafety and all other offices ...
-
Clinical Research Specialist I
1 week ago
Boston Children's Hospital Boston, United States75356BR · - Medicine-Genetics · **Job Posting Description** · - This Research Specialist will support clinical research in rare genetic conditions by facilitating online enrollment, online, remote and in person data collection, collection of medical records, and collection of bio ...
-
Research Specialist 1 Pharmacoepidemiology
2 weeks ago
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Boston, United States**Research Specialist 1 Pharmacoepidemiology** · **External Description** · **Description - External** · GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: · Functioning under the direction of the principal investigators and other faculty members, the Research Specialist works independently to ...
-
Research Specialist Bwh Neurology
2 weeks ago
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Boston, United States**Research Specialist BWH Neurology** · 2. As part of his job, George would be expected to work with and co-supervise with myself 1 postdoctoral fellow and one graduate student, Andriani Rina, helping to guide them through the appropriate formulation of the circuit analysis that ...
-
Automation Research Specialist
2 days ago
MIT Cambridge, United States**Job Requirements** · **- REQUIRED_: bachelor's degree in bioengineering, computer science, chemistry, biology, or related discipline; at least two years of related work experience operating and building integrated lab automation systems using automation/scheduling software (e.g ...
-
Clinical Research Data Specialist-cancer Center
2 weeks ago
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Boston, United States**Clinical Research Data Specialist-Cancer Center Protocol Office** · **GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT**: · The Cancer Center Protocol Office is seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as a Clinical Research Data Specialist (CRDS). The Cancer Center P ...
-
Boston Children's Hospital Boston, United States75058BR · - Anesthesia · **Job Posting Description** · This position is with the Pain Treatment Service within two high-level pain psychology research labs. Work is set in a vibrant multidisciplinary environment for clinical care and research in pediatric pain, with many opportun ...
-
Research Specialist
2 weeks ago
Partners Healthcare System Charlestown, United StatesGeneral Summary · This position will contribute to research projects in the laboratories of the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC) on the 5th floor of the MGH East Research Center, 149 13th Street, Charlestown, MA. The research specialist will work with laboratory investigato ...
-
Research Specialist
4 days ago
Omnicom Health Group Boston, United StatesAre you interested in exploring a career in patient-centered research where you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow your skill set every day? · Are you looking to join a team-oriented business that makes work/life balance and individual wellness a top priority? · Who we are ...
-
Research Specialist
1 week ago
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Boston, United States Full timeThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Toge ...
-
Research and Development Specialist
4 days ago
Plenus Group Lowell, United StatesPosition Overview: · **Now Hiring**:R&D Specialist · **Location**:Lowell, MA · **Pay Range**:$23.50-$24/hr. *based on experience* · **Schedule**:Monday-Friday 9am-5pm *occasional weekends* · **Benefits & Perks**: · - 401(K) · - Dental Insurance. · - Employee Assistance Program. · ...
-
Boston University BOSTON, United StatesThe Senior Specialist, Research Safety position is part of the Research Safety Division of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). This position reports to the Associate Director of Research Safety and is responsible for the daily execution of laboratory safety programs. The posit ...
-
MRI Research Specialist
6 days ago
Massachusetts General Hospital Charlestown, United StatesGENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed. Please note that this section should be written in a paragraph format and provide a broad description of the role and its purpose as well as the reporting structure. · Under general supervision ...
-
MRI Research Specialist
2 weeks ago
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Charlestown, United StatesGENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed. Please note that this section should be written in a paragraph format and provide a broad description of the role and its purpose as well as the reporting structure. · Under general supervisio ...
-
Research Administration Specialist
6 days ago
Harvard University Cambridge, United StatesAdditional Information · Please provide a cover letter with your application. · Please note: · * Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening. · * We are unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship. · * This position has a 90-day ...
-
Research Specialist II
1 week ago
DelDOT Boston, United StatesSummary Statement · This is the full performance level performing research activities and participating in major projects as a team member. · Preferred Qualification · Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position ...
-
Research Administration Specialist
6 days ago
Harvard University Cambridge, United States65636BRAuto req ID:65636BRJob Code:F1357P Research Admin III PrPs Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Research Administration SpecialistSub-Unit: Salary Grade ) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualification ...
-
Research Administration Specialist
2 weeks ago
Harvard University Cambridge, United StatesAdditional Qualifications and Skills · Must have familiarity with the federal Uniform Guidance, FAR, NIH policies and procedures, eRA Commons, NSF policies and procedures, , and current issues in sponsored research administration. · Knowledge of; · Microsoft Office Suite, advan ...
-
Research Administration Specialist
2 weeks ago
Harvard University Cambridge, United StatesAdditional Qualifications and SkillsMust have familiarity with the federal Uniform Guidance, FAR, and current issues in sponsored research administration. · Knowledge of;NIH policies and procedures, eRA Commons, NSF policies and procedures, and · Microsoft Office Suite, advanc ...
Research Specialist - Charlestown, United States - Partners Healthcare System
Description
General Summary:
This position will contribute to projects in the laboratories of the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center on the 5th floor of the MGH East Research Center, 149 13th Street, Charlestown, MA.
The research specialist will work with laboratory investigators under the direct supervision of the VIC Director to carry out assigned functions related to research projects and computational infrastructure.
Primary research activities will include statistical and computational analysis of high-dimensional data sets derived from flow and mass cytometry (CyTOF) and high-dimensional imaging technologies, and may include bench experiments as assigned.
This position will also have particular responsibilities related to electronic data management for large data sets to ensure data accessibility for analysis while remaining in compliance with institutional and federal requirements regarding patient privacy and data integrity.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
A highly motivated individual researcher with experience in mathematics and/or computational biology and familiarity with laboratory research will contribute to the analysis of data derived from complex biological samples.
The candidate will be expected to develop and/or demonstrate proficiency in high-parameter analysis for both cytometry and nucleic acid analyses.
There is additional opportunity to refine current approaches and develop novel methods for data analysis.
Applicant should have the fundamental skills necessary to plan and execute data analysis strategies in an independent manner, including interpretation and troubleshooting.
Work will comprise the implementation and/or refinement of existing analysis pipelines in Python and R, as well as the development of additional ones.
The position will require analysis of diverse sets of information and data to form a cohesive and thoughtful hypothesis and contributing to the design of experiments to drive the project forward.
The applicant should be able to work well with a team of investigators with diverse expertise to develop and implement novel analysis pipelines.
Also essential is the preparation of presentations, reports, and manuscripts for publication. The position may also co-develop funding proposals with the VIC Director or individual laboratory heads.Excellent record keeping skills are an absolute requirement. Detailed accounting of planning, execution, and analysis of experiments is mandatory.
This position will entail an integral role in collaborative research projects; therefore excellent communication skills, detailed record keeping, protocol standardization, and attention to organization are essential elements of the role.
Skills and Abilities:
Microsoft Office Suite:
MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint.
Supervisory Responsibility:
May supervise junior computational staff and/or student interns (up to 3-4 FTEs).
May also co-supervise or train technicians or students from various lab teams whose projects have a significant component of computational data analysis.
Masters degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or similar discipline required.Must possess at least 7 years of cumulative relevant research experience.