Job Description

*** A cover letter is required at the point of application***
Research assistant position available in the Osterweil lab Boston Children's Hospital beginning Spring of 2025. The individual will join a fast-paced translational team that uses rodent models to study neurological disease ().

The research assistant will be trained in basic molecular biology techniques, TRAP-seq, RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, basic biochemistry, rodent models of neurodevelopmental disease, rodent surgical techniques, intracranial injections, and confocal imaging.

During the assistantship, the candidate will have the opportunity to be a full member of collaborations with academic investigators, biotech and industry partners, and non-profit institutions in the execution of joint research projects focused on treatments for neurodevelopmental disorders. The candidate will be expected to present regularly at laboratory meetings and will have the opportunity present their research at local and national conferences and will be included in publications resulting from their efforts.

This Research Assistant I will be responsible for:

• Maintenance of mouse colonies, including breeding and genotyping.
• Molecular biology experiments (genotyping, Western blots, immunohistochemistry).
• RNA-seq and TRAP-seq sample preparation and data analysis.
• Maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
• Management of collaborations, including communication with clients, recordkeeping, and data presentations.
• Support of laboratory operations (ordering supplies, equipment maintenance, laboratory representation in institutional groups, animal protocol upkeep).

In order to qualify, you must have:
* A Bachelor's Degree in STEM with a focus in Biology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Neurobiology or related field.
* Flexible working hours during weekdays.
* Experience with rodent handling and surgery a plus.
* Experience with RNA biology or RNA-seq a plus.
* Past research experience in pharmacology, cell or molecular biology, genetics, or neuroscience at the undergraduate level or beyond, preferred.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, communication, organization, time management, and record-keeping skills a must

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.

About Boston Children's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital is a 395-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age.

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