Graduate Research Assistant

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The General Hospital Corporation 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.

Job Summary Summary 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

Essential Functions-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.

Qualifications Education Bachelor 's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials Experience Current  enrollment in a graduate degree program 0-1 year required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type Hybrid Work  Location
60 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours0

Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $20.16 - $29.01/Hourly Grade5

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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…