Technical Research Assistant II Neurology - Khurana Lab at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Description

Overview:

The Khurana Laboratory at Brigham and Woman's Hospital and Harvard Medical School is seeking a highly motivated junior technician to join our efforts in understanding and reversing the consequences of protein-misfolding in stem-cell models of neurodegenerative diseases. The successful candidate will be involved in exciting projects applying cutting edge stem cell technologies, genome editing and imaging to address this problem.

We are looking for a hardworking detail orientated, and focused candidate. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. Experimental experience in stem cell culture and differentiation and molecular biology is beneficial. While most time will be dedicated to hands-on laboratory activities, duties will also include assisting postdoctoral fellows performing various procedures, ordering laboratory supplies and helping in maintaining laboratory general organization. A minimum commitment for two years is required. Applications must include 1) cover letter; 2) biosketch, resume, or CV with GPA scores (or equivalent); 3) one letter of recommendation from a professional supervisor (e.g. advisor or pervious PI); and 4) contact information for three supervisors who are willing to be contacted for reference. In addition to completing the online application, the complete application should be mailed to Dr. Xinyuan Wang at xwang84@bwh.harvard.edu and Dr. Joanna A, Korecka-Roet at jkorecka-roet@bwh.harvard.edu.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

We are searching for a talented, highly organized and responsible scientist with strong potential to work both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will assist with a multi-faceted project that will provide experience in:

1. Human stem cell culture and characterization


2. Human stem cell differentiation, including neuronal differentiation and glial differentiation


3. CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in human stem cells


4. High-throughput RNA sequencing

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and expansion of human stem cells


• Differentiation of human stem cells into glutamatergic neurons, dopaminergic neurons and microglia


• Molecular cloning, Maxi-, Mini-prep, PCR


• Assist with high-throughput molecular biology and RNA sequencing approaches


• Identifies unusual findings and reports such findings to supervisor.


• Coordinates schedule of tests and procedures and maintains detailed records of methodologies and results.


• Maintain equipment and supplies in a neat, orderly manner. Will share the responsibilities in ordering new equipment and general laboratory supplies such as plastic ware, media, chemicals, etc.


• Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.


• Assist with different projects and members within the research team.


• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff.


• Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in a biological science. May consider a bachelor's degree in another area.


• Prior laboratory experience as an undergraduate is essential, preferably more than 1 year of bench/wetlab research experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in cell culture and molecular biology.


• Experience culturing human iPS cells would be beneficial but not required


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Must have a sound understanding of laboratory practices and procedures.


• Must have excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.


• Must be able to logically and effectively structure tasks and set priorities.


• Ability to identify potential problems and trouble-shoot solutions.


• Demonstrated ability to analyze data statistically and to logically present it.


• Must possess careful attention to detail.


• High degree of computer literacy.

EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, disability unrelated to job requirements, genetic information, military service, or other protected status.

Primary Location

:MA-Boston-BWH Longwood Medical Area

Work Locations

:BWH Longwood Medical Area75 Francis StreetBoston02115

Job

:Technician/Technologist/Scientist

Organization

:Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)

Schedule

:Full-timeStandard Hours:40

Shift

:Day Job

Employee Status

:RegularRecruiting Department:BWH Neurology

Job Posting

:Apr 21, 2021

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