Research Assistant I, Part-Time - Priolo Lab (massgeneralbrigham)
Job posting number: #249036 (Ref:RQ4021572)
Job Description
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary-Provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned.
Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>No<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Responsible for data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting. <br>
-Study cohort management. <br>
-Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up on mailings, and obtaining necessary documents. <br>
-Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research. <br>
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Experience
New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Computer literacy, including database tools.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Research Assistant will work with the Principal Investigator and other staff to assist with laboratory-based research focused on understanding mechanisms of the metabolic pathogenesis of mTOR-driven tumors.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The technician will assist with experiments that will include cell culture, immunoblotting, radioisotope and cold isotope labeling of lipid metabolism, invasion and migration, RNA seq analysis, and animal studies including inoculation of cells, small animal imaging, and dietary modifications.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BS in a related field. Experience with noncoding RNA biology, animal handling and data analysis is appreciated. Dedication, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a highly collaborative and interactive environment.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Familiarity with basic laboratory protocols
- Ability to work with small animal research.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Self-directed learning and ability to work independently
Physical Requirements
- Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
- Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
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EEO Statement:
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