Harvard Medical School-posted 9 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Boston, MA
Educational Services

Harvard Medical School recently launched DARTS, a nationwide initiative that develops new precision technology to combat antimicrobial resistance. The effort is spearheaded by Johan Paulsson's lab in the Systems Biology Department at Harvard Medical School. The broader team includes 25 academic groups, hospitals and companies; it is funded by one of the largest grants in Harvard's history: hms.harvard/news/hms-researcher-lead-104-million-federal-project-tackling-antibiotic-resistance. To help DARTS achieve its promise, the Paulsson lab seeks a multi-talented Research Assistant (RA) who will be assisting in experiments at the nexus of high-throughput microscopy, antibiotic discovery, bacterial physiology, and synthetic biology. Research techniques include observing native and engineered bacteria in novel microfluidic devices using cutting edge microscopy techniques, designing genetic circuits for controlling and visualizing the behavior of individual bacteria, and conducting omics-based measurements. The RA will receive close scientific mentorship and also be encouraged to develop their unique scientific interests. They will participate in group meetings and collaborate in writing papers and reports to funding agencies. They will attend seminar series within HMS and take part in the scientific and intellectual life of the lab, Harvard Medical School, and the broader DARTS team.

  • Assist in experiments related to high-throughput microscopy, antibiotic discovery, bacterial physiology, and synthetic biology.
  • Observe native and engineered bacteria in novel microfluidic devices using advanced microscopy techniques.
  • Design genetic circuits for controlling and visualizing the behavior of individual bacteria.
  • Conduct omics-based measurements.
  • Participate in group meetings and collaborate in writing papers and reports to funding agencies.
  • Attend seminar series within HMS and engage in the scientific and intellectual life of the lab and the broader DARTS team.
  • College background or equivalent work experience in Quantitative Biology or a related discipline.
  • 1-2+ years of experience.
  • Experience with quantitative microscopy, image analysis, and coding preferred.
  • Previous research experience and computational experience is appreciated, but not required.
  • 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year.
  • 12 accrued sick days per year.
  • 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January.
  • 3 personal days per year.
  • Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Disability and life insurance programs.
  • Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers.
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs.
  • University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation.
  • Tuition Assistance Program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program providing 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
  • Professional Development programs and classes at little or no cost.
  • Various commuter options including discounted parking and public transportation passes.
  • Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, and discounts to various services.
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