Harvard University
Healthcare
ResearchAssistant
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“Research Assistant at Harvard University. Skills: molecular biology, cell culture, mouse metabolic physiology experiments, data analysis, data interpretation, data reporting. Performing cell culture and molecular biology experiments. Performing mouse metabolic physiology experiments”
What You'll Achieve.
developing novel therapeutic interventions to treat these diseases; find novel pathways and preventive, therapeutic solutions to today’s greatest threats to global human health; make a scientific contribution to our research; dream to make a positive impact on human life
Industry & Context.
tackle challenging questions
Lifting 25 pounds, climbing a three-step ladder, handling live mice, pass an occupational health screen, required to work outside of normal working hours (such as on evenings, weekends, and holidays), Certain visa types may limit work location, Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment, Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal, strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
1+ year of relevant experience, Experience in basic molecular and cellular biology techniques
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and preferably in biological sciences, Scientific curiosity, high level of initiative, ability to work independently and with a team, Excellent communication, organization, time management, and record-keeping skills, organizational skills and experience in handling sensitive and confidential information, Experience in performing animal studies, Two or more years experience in a molecular biology laboratory at the bench, Exposure to or experience in basic molecular and cellular biology techniques, Understanding of the necessity for proper handling of pre-published confidential research data, Demonstrated high level of initiative and motivation, Experience working independently and with a team, Proven excellence in communication, organization, time management, and record-keeping skills, organizational skills
What You'll Do.
Performing cell culture and molecular biology experiments
Performing mouse metabolic physiology experiments
Maintaining mouse colonies
including breeding and genotyping
and cell culture samples for protein
and metabolite analysis
and reporting of data
Participation and intellectual contribution to lab meetings
Performs other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
actively participate in lab meetings and discussions; work as a team; positive team spirit in all our members; Participation and intellectual contribution to lab meetings, journal clubs, and data discussions; Experience working independently and with a team
Communication Scope
Excellent communication; Proven excellence in communication
Full Job Description
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health? The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is a world-renowned institution dedicated to advancing public health through cutting-edge research, education, and global collaboration. Our school is a special place to work because of its vibrant, mission-driven community, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to addressing some of the most pressing health challenges worldwide. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation, continuous learning, and work-life balance are valued. Learn more about the School’s [mission, objectives, and core values](https://hsph.harvard.edu/mission-and-vision/), [our Principles of Citizenship](https://hsph.harvard.edu/the-harvard-chan-principles-of-citizenship/), and about the [Dean’s AAA vision](https://hsph.harvard.edu/office/dean/strategic-vision/) about our school’s ongoing strategic initiatives. Job Summary: The Hotamışlıgil Lab explores the fundamental molecular mechanisms that cause obesity- or aging-related disease clusters including diabetes, liver and pulmonary disease, and atherosclerosis with the aim of developing novel therapeutic interventions to treat these diseases. The lab has made important contributions to the fields of “metabolism” and especially “immunometabolism", studying the interactions between metabolic and immune responses as critical drivers of numerous chronic diseases. In the last decade, we have approached immunometabolism in two major paths: organelle homeostasis and lipid metabolism. Using biochemical, genetic, and physiological studies, we aim to find novel pathways and preventive, therapeutic solutions to today’s greatest threats
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