Beth Israel Lahey Health - Boston, MA
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Boston, MA
10,001+ employees
Hospitals
About the position
The Research Assistant I position at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center involves conducting routine experiments under the supervision of a principal investigator. The role focuses on utilizing molecular, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques to gather and analyze data, contributing to important research efforts in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- Conducts routine tests following established procedures, including assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and chromatography.
- Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs of methodologies and test results.
- Summarizes data and interprets results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing, under supervision.
- Performs literature searches and library investigations related to the research.
- Demonstrates routine laboratory tasks to students and other research personnel as needed.
- Attends Medical Center lectures regarding safety requirements and conditions, as well as courses and conferences to further knowledge of research.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required.
- 0-1 years related work experience required.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access).
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
