Graduate Research Assistant

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The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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.

Is a currently enrolled student in a graduate degree program in medicine, biological sciences, or related, and is working in a research lab.

This research is conducted independently under the supervision of the principal investigator and focuses on transplantation immunology. Research projects will prepare the incumbent to work fully independently at the department level and conduct original research in the future.

The research conducted and work performed are at least partially in fulfillment of the requirements of their degree program.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

• Designs experiments and modifies techniques as necessary to meet research and/or experimental needs.
• Collects and records study data and maintains laboratory notebooks.
• Designs, executes research projects, and participates in large animal experiments and laboratory research.
• Synthesizes and interprets experimental data and performs data analysis using advanced statistical techniques.
• In collaboration with the PIs, drafts manuscripts and serves as a co-author on journal publications and presentations at professional conferences and scientific meetings.
• Interprets results, develops new investigative techniques, and, in collaboration with the PI, determines the most appropriate research direction.
• Participates and presents in Lab meetings and research seminars.
• Provides functional guidance to technical and animal care personnel involved in projects.
• Works safely within the laboratory environment and in performing work duties.
• Wears personal protective equipment as required.

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Current enrollment in a graduate degree program 0-1 year required

• Must be capable of performing and interpreting assay data related to the specific research lab.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to work carefully, accurately, and consistently with instruction or protocol.
• Must be able to work safely and properly use protective equipment.
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet searches.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Onsite

60 Fenwood Road

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

$20.16 - $29.01/Hourly

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all…