Research Assistant - Flow Core Lab; Part time

Flow Cytometry Research Assistant

Job Posting Description

We are seeking an entry-level, part-time (20 hours) Flow Cytometry Research Assistant to join the HSCI-BCH flow core lab team at the Hematology/Oncology Department in Boston Children's Hospital. The primary duty of the FACS Research Assistant is to provide high quality flow cytometry service and support to HSCI/BCH flow core Investigators and the Boston research community. This position comes with partial benefits from Boston Children's Hospital.

This Research Assistant I will be responsible for:

• Performing cell sorting on our BD FACSAria II.
• Assisting the HSCI/BCH Flow Core with data analysis as well as providing support to Flow Core investigators with software tutorials.
• Performing maintenance, troubleshoot, and update of the HSCI/BCH Flow Core website and iLab.
• Billing, invoicing, and detail record keeping for Flow Core.

In order to qualify, you must have:

• Proficiency with PC and MAC platforms and commonly used software such as Microsoft Office and Photoshop is required. Knowledge of Illustrator software is preferred.
• A Bachelor's Degree in arts and sciences.
• Cell sorting experience and knowledge of Flow cytometry data analysis software is not required and training will be provided to the qualified candidate.
• The candidate should be able to work with minimal supervision, be flexible and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving, and writing along with verbal communication skills.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.