Research Assistant I - Benson Lab

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Boston, MA

1d • $19 - $26

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Summary: Dr. Benson’s laboratory’s interests are focused on applying emerging metabolomics, proteomics, and genomics technologies to detect signatures of small molecules in blood that may be used to predict an individual’s future risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The ultimate goal of this research is to identify novel biomarkers and pharmacological targets that may improve preventive cardiovascular disease therapy. His research incorporates basic molecular and cell biology, chemistry and bioinformatics, all with a foundation in clinical medicine. The successful candidate will support investigators in molecular and cellular biology, maintenance of cell cultures, proteomic assays, mouse colony and assisting with experiments in rodents. This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing medical school or graduate studies in biology, genetics or translational research.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests which may include DNA sequencing, gene cloning, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, northern blotting; synthesizes and interprets results.
• May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment such as spectrophotometer, flow cytometer, etc.
• Using analytical abilities and sound judgment, makes decisions regarding the reliability and accuracy of results, repeating procedures when necessary.
• May assist with planning specific research procedures and coordinating schedules of tests and procedures
• May prepare written and/or verbal reports on status of research and the technical procedures used, including statistical and graphic summaries of findings and possible conclusions.

What This Job Offers

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