Research Assistant I (Infectious Disease - Koo)
Research Assistant I (Infectious Disease - Koo)
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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
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:The Research Assistant must function independently and with general direction/supervision from the Principal Investigator and her staff. This candidate will provide primary support to conducting clinical and translational research studies developing novel metabolite-based diagnostics for various infectious diseases. The ideal candidate will have specific experience in using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry both the operation of these instruments and the interpretation of the resulting data. Daily activities include maintenance of the GC-MS instruments in the laboratory analysis of data from patient and murine experiments and if the candidate is interested participating in subject enrollment collecting patient samples and establishing murine infection models.
The Research Assistant will routinely work with physicians postdoctoral fellows other research assistants and laboratory personnel. He/she/they must be able to ensure adherence to hospital/department policies and established clinical procedures/ standard practices. This position reports to Dr. Sophia Koo MD.
This may partly be a federally funded grant (research) position.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Researches develops designs executes and interprets clinical research protocols ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
2. Investigate create and develop new methods and technologies for research advancement particularly in murine models of bacterial and fungal pneumonia.
3. Functions as a resource for all analytical chemistry issues including the operation and maintenance of laboratory GC-MS instruments. Identifies problems and develops solutions proactively.
4. Interact with patients/subjects during our laboratorys clinical/translational studies.
5. Implements quality management activities including data validation and quality control.
6. Participates in training and orienting new staff.
7. Contributes to scientific literature reports journals and presentations.
8. All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A BA or BS degree is required preferably in a scientific field and an MA or MS degree is preferred. At least 1-2 years of direct research experience is preferred. The ideal candidate will have specific experience in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry both in operating these instruments and interpreting the resulting data.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Strong research design and analytical skills
In-depth knowledge of analytical chemistry
Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation including GC-MS or LC-MS.
Excellent time management/organizational skills
Strong written and verbal presentation skills
Versatility and perseverance
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The Research Assistant will conduct research activities in the outpatient/inpatient setting and laboratories of the Division of Infectious Diseases BWH/DFCI.
New hires to the Division of Infectious Diseases will share a typical laboratory environment with postdoctoral fellows and research assistants.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
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 tool.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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%)
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EEO Statement:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
