Research Assistant

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

3d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. A full-time position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Duncan, Attending Neonatologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics. The newly established Duncan Lab at MGH utilizes zebrafish as a genetic model to study early onset neurodevelopmental disorders and epilepsy. We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented individual to assist with ongoing projects in our lab. Current projects focus on (1) the generation and phenotyping of transgenic zebrafish lines as models of early onset neurodevelopmental disorders and (2) genetic mimickers of hypoxia exposure in early neurodevelopment. Previous experience working with zebrafish in a research environment is a beneficial, but not required. Job Summary Summary Provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification. Does this position require Patient Care? No

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Science required
• New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Computer literacy, including database tools.
• Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with zebrafish in a research environment is a beneficial, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
• Study cohort management.
• Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up on mailings, and obtaining necessary documents.
• Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level