Harvard University
Biomedical
ResearchAssistant
“Research Assistant at Harvard University. Skills: Host-virus interactions, DNA damage responses, Quantitative, single-cell approaches, Cell culture, Basic molecular biology, Functional immune assays, ELISA, Fluorescent time-lapse microscopy, Immunofluorescence, Mouse colony maintenance, Genotyping. Support work on host-virus interactions and DNA damage responses.. Perform experiments with oversight from the labs’ PIs.”
Industry & Context.
Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position., Identity, Criminal, Pre-Placement Medical Evaluation
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
College background or equivalent work experience in biological sciences or related quantitative field., At least one year related work experience (relevant course work may count towards experience).
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree with coursework and laboratory experience in biology, cell and molecular biology, or related disciplines., Communication skills, Eagerness to learn, Good organizational skills, Detail oriented
What You'll Do.
Support work on host-virus interactions and DNA damage responses.
Perform experiments with oversight from the labs’ PIs.
Maintain reagent stocks and inventories.
Compile basic experimental protocols for use in the lab.
Mouse colony maintenance
Participate in group meetings.
Collaborate in writing papers and reports to funding agencies.
Attend seminar series within HMS.
Take part in the scientific and intellectual life of the labs and Harvard Medical School.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate in writing papers and reports to funding agencies.; Enjoy working in close collaboration with lab members and other members of the Systems Biology department.
Communication Scope
Communication skills
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