Research Assistant I - Lab
Harvard Medical School
64355BR
Position Description
The Oyler-Yaniv lab at Harvard Medical School’s Department of Systems Biology is looking for a curious and motivated research assistant to support work on host-virus interactions. The lab is focused on developing a quantitative understanding of the mechanisms that allow an effective immune response while minimizing bystander tissue damage. A successful candidate will directly help to push these efforts by performing experiments with oversight from the lab’s PIs. Experiments will include, but are not limited to, cell culture and sterile technique, basic molecular biology, functional immune assays, ELISA, fluorescent time-lapse microscopy, and immunofluorescence. RAs will also be responsible for maintaining reagent stocks and inventories and for compiling basic experimental protocols for use in the lab. Further information about the lab is available on our lab website https://oylab.science
Basic Qualifications
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Additional Information
This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Work Format Details
This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Benefits
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Job Function
Research
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Boston
Job Code
403108 Research Assistant I Lab
Work Format
On-Site
Sub-Unit
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Department
Systems Biology
Union
55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Time Status
Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening
Identity
Schedule
40 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values
https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statement
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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