Research Assistant Weiskopf Lab (Cancer Center)
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 19 - 26
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
When you join the growing BILH team youre not just taking a job youre making a difference in peoples lives.
The Weiskopf laboratory aims to: 1) Identify the genes and signaling pathways that regulate macrophage activation against cancer; and 2) Develop therapies that stimulate macrophages to attack and eliminate cancer. Since macrophages play a role in nearly all states of pathology our findings could have broad implications for a diverse range of cancers and many other states of disease.For more information about the Weiskopf Lab please visit:
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Designs and performs bench-level experiments and independent research projects to support the scientific research objectives of the lab. Analyzes experimental data addresses methodological problems in experimental protocols and reports data to supervisor. Conducts laboratory tasks and organization to ensure the smooth operation of the group. Uses discretion in prioritizing and organizing workflow and in optimizing methodologies and results.
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
Conducts routine tests following established procedures which may include assays DNA sequencing tissue culture protein purification Southern blotting PCR analysis electrophoresis chromatography. (essential)
Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision using databases may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. (essential)
Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned. (essential)D
ue to the dynamic environment in which research exists must show flexibility in performing principal duties and responsibilities as research projects evolve. (essential)
Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses lectures and conferences to further own knowledge of research. (essential)M
ay demonstrate routine laboratory tasks to tests to students and other research personnel. (essential)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Experience with computer systems required including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint or Access.
Competencies:
Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are based on specific instructions standard practices and established procedures which generally require little or no supervision.
Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are routine somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures and by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Independence of Action: Ability to follow general instructions and procedures as provided. Work is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Written Communications: Ability to read and write in English in order to understand basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with patients families and other medical center staff; and respond to basic questions.
Oral Communications: Ability to understand spoken English in order to follow basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in basic English with patients families and medical center staff in response to routine questions.
Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts practices and procedures with the ability to use them in routine situations. Specialized knowledge not required.
Teamwork: Ability to interact respectfully with other employees professional staff and/or external contacts to offer ideas identify issues obtain information or deliver services.
Customer Service: Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
Physical Nature of the Job:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Some elements of the job are sedentary but the employee will be required to stand for periods of time or move through out the hospital campus.
Pay Range:
$19.23 - $26.44The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors that may include seniority education training relevant experience relevant certifications geographyof work location job responsibilities or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials call pay premium pay overtime pay and other additional pay practices as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35000 people working together. Nurses doctors technicians therapists researchers teachers and more making a difference in patients lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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