Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Boston, MA

1d • $60,000 - $75,564

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Summary: Has been awarded or has completed the requirements for a doctoral degree or foreign equivalent. Is a trainee pursuing advanced studies beyond the doctoral level in preparation for an independent career in a biomedical field. In collaboration with and under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator (PI), a Research Fellow engages in activities that will further his or her professional development. Job Description: Essential Responsibilities: Abides by the institutional policies of BIDMC relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data storage and management. As a member of the research team, actively pursues research under the supervision of a principle investigator while developing skills for independent work. Receives training in and performs duties contributing to the investigational work of the team including formulation of research questions and design, conduct of experiments, and evaluation of results. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under direction of PI. Develops expertise in desired lab skills/informatics/ physics/clinical research. Develops proficiency with research tools and equipment. Develops ability to work with more independence as the fellowship progresses

Requirements

• Doctoral degree required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Ability to produce complex documents, perform analysis and maintain databases.
• Prior experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing scientific literature.
• Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal, organizational, writing, and project management skills.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Abides by the institutional policies of BIDMC relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data storage and management.
• As a member of the research team, actively pursues research under the supervision of a principle investigator while developing skills for independent work.
• Receives training in and performs duties contributing to the investigational work of the team including formulation of research questions and design, conduct of experiments, and evaluation of results.
• Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under direction of PI.
• Develops expertise in desired lab skills/informatics/ physics/clinical research.
• Develops proficiency with research tools and equipment.
• Develops ability to work with more independence as the fellowship progresses

Benefits

• 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 35,000 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
• At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.
• Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging.
• We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life.
• While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree