Role OverviewThe Research Assistant I Lab position at Harvard University involves working in a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways. The successful candidate will perform routine and semi-independent experiments in mammalian cell culture, assist with downstream in vivo and -omics studies, and contribute to overall lab organization and operations.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include maintaining cell lines, performing immunofluorescence microscopy, assisting with advanced imaging and proteomic workflows, meticulous record keeping, and contributing to overall lab organization and operations.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This position provides excellent training in cell biology, imaging, and genomics approaches and is ideal for individuals considering graduate or medical school.
Requirements
- College background or equivalent work experience, preferably in cell biology
- At least one year of relevant work experience with mammalian cell culture
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as cell biology or biochemistry
- Hands on experience with cell biology techniques such as mammalian cell culture, buffer and reagent preparation, immunostaining, microscopy, or molecular cloning
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Excellent communication skills
Benefits
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
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