Research Assistant I

Job Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual for a bench scientist Research Assistant in the CardioVascular Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. The position will involve working closely with an MD/PhD cardiologist and other researchers in the Longwood/Harvard Medical School area. Our laboratory is dedicated to understanding mechanisms of vascular dysfunction and how it promotes blood clotting (thrombosis). The laboratory is in an open environment working within the Hemostasis and Thrombosis and Cardiovascular Divisions. We employ cell-culture, biochemical, genetic, and mouse models to study disease. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual who wants to learn and apply state-of-the art laboratory techniques to discover new areas of vascular biology. The position is available in June 2025. A two-year commitment or longer is ideal.

Applicants should have laboratory experience and ideally be familiar with standard techniques such as tissue culture, Western blotting, ELISA and plate-reader assays, RNA and DNA purification, and reagent preparation. Mouse work (previous experience not required) may include maintaining/genotyping animal colonies and tissue/blood sample preparation. Training will be provided for these techniques. Familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required, along with basic data analysis techniques. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic about biomedical research, and have exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

The laboratory PI is on faculty at Harvard Medical School and is very dedicated to mentorship. This includes shadowing opportunities in cardiology in the hospital or clinic and career development guidance for graduate education in the biomedical sciences or medical school.

To learn more about the Schmaier Lab, please visit: https://www.schmaierlab.com

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:

• Bachelor's 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.

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) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.

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