Research Specialist , School of Medicine, Pathology & Lab Medicine

RESEARCH SPECIALIST I, School of Medicine, Pathology & Lab Medicine

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine – Pathology Department

Location:

Boston, MA (Boston University Medical Campus)
Salary Range: $48,075 – $60,625 (Grade 45)
Full-Time / Regular – Posted 11/17/2025

• Perform in vitro functional studies of ncRNA biomarker candidates in neuronal and glial cells differentiated from human induced pluripotent stem cells (hIPSC).
• Maintain iPSC cell cultures and apply differentiation protocols to generate iPSC‑derived neurons, astrocytes, and microglia.
• Carry out functional tests on differentiated cells.
• Immunofluorescence labeling of cells and neuropil structures in sections of human postmortem cortices.
• Perform laser‑capture microdissection (LCM) of cortical structures, extract RNA, and execute quantitative PCR (qPCR).
• Collate data, maintain databases, and manage research protocols.
• Conduct guided analyses to address specific hypotheses.
• Synthesize previous research studies to formulate hypotheses and write manuscripts for publication.

• Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience with histological procedures and microscopy is desired.

Entry Level

Full time

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.