Research Assistant I - Vaccine Research

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Boston, MA

5d • $19 - $26 • Onsite

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. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant supports the vaccine research lab by performing a wide range of routine and specialized laboratory procedures in a GxP (GCLP)–compliant environment. The role involves conducting molecular and cell biology assays, including blood and tissue processing, cell isolation, cell culture, and immunoassays such as ELISA, ELISPOT, and intracellular cytokine staining. These assays are performed on human, non-human primate, and rodent specimens following established protocols. The Research Assistant is responsible for carrying out quality control analyses, accurately documenting data, interpreting results, and maintaining both the specimen management system and document control system. The position also requires the ability to operate, monitor, and maintain moderate- to high-complexity laboratory equipment, while ensuring full compliance with laboratory safety and biosafety policies. Success in this role requires speed, precision, and a strong understanding of the underlying scientific principles, as well as the ability to perform Level I duties with increased independence, analytical capability, and problem-solving skills. The position demands excellent organizational and communication abilities, effective time management, confidentiality, accountability, and meticulous attention to detail. The ability to plan and organize technical work, manage multiple simultaneous tasks, and uphold high-quality standards is essential. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of hematology, immunology, and relevant laboratory principles and procedures.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of hematology, immunology, and relevant laboratory principles and procedures

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography.
• 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.
• Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned.
• Due to the dynamic environment in which research exists, must show flexibility in performing principal duties and responsibilities as research projects evolve.
• Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research.
• May demonstrate routine laboratory tasks to tests to students and other research personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees