Research Assistant I, OBGYN, GynOnc
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 20 - 29
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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
The St. Laurent Lab at the Brigham and Womens Hospital and Dana Farber Brigham Cancer Center is seeking a highly qualified laboratory researcher to join our vibrant research team as a Research Associate. Our lab investigates the fundamental mechanisms driving gynecologic cancer development specifically focusing on the interplay between epigenetic and transcriptional regulatory processes. Our research employs a multidisciplinary approach integrating techniques such as liquid handling robotics and automation epigenomics utilizing clinical samples ex vivo models murine models cutting-edge sequencing technologies and bioinformatic data analysis. We collaborate extensively with researchers at Harvard Medical School MIT and internationally. Our goal is to significantly improve the lives of patients by treating and preventing gynecologic cancer. Our environment is rigorous and collaborative bringing together passionate individuals who are making an impact. Research Associates will benefit from direct mentorship from the Principal Investigator Dr. St. Laurent postdoctoral fellows and senior clinicians.We are looking for individuals with a growth mindset great attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively to solve problems in preclinical research and development. The position is ideal for a candidate with a solid understanding of laboratory benchwork who can effectively respond to changes and is resourceful flexible and driven to achieve in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact research projects and this position is ideally suited for college students who are graduating in 2025 and are aspiring to pursue an advanced degree such as a PhD MD or MD/PhD in the future.
Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelors 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.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
-Responsible for data collection management manipulation analysis and reporting.
-Study cohort management.
-Outreach communication with subjects conducting mailings follow-up on mailings and obtaining necessary documents.
-Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelors Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree Yes
Licenses and Credentials N/A
Professional Experience / Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with 1-2 years of experience performing mentored independent research outside of coursework
- Strong scientific experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular biology cell culture and model systems protein biochemistry genomics bioinformatics immunology
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve instrument issues
- Ability to operate independently to perform complex experiments
- Driven self-motivated personality
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Pay Range
$20.16 - $29.01/HourlyGrade
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Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.
