Graduate Research Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
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About the Role
A currently enrolled student in a graduate degree program in medicine, biological sciences, or related, working in a research lab focused on transplantation immunology. Research projects are conducted independently under the supervision of the principal investigator and are at least partially in fulfillment of degree program requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs experiments and modifies techniques as necessary to meet research and/or experimental needs.
- Collects and records study data and maintains laboratory notebooks.
- Designs, executes research projects, and participates in large animal experiments and laboratory research.
- Synthesizes and interprets experimental data and performs data analysis using advanced statistical techniques.
- In collaboration with the PIs, drafts manuscripts and serves as a co-author on journal publications and presentations at professional conferences and scientific meetings.
- Interprets results, develops new investigative techniques, and, in collaboration with the PI, determines the most appropriate research direction.
- Participates and presents in Lab meetings and research seminars.
- Provides functional guidance to technical and animal care personnel involved in projects.
- Works safely within the laboratory environment and in performing work duties.
- Wears personal protective equipment as required.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Current enrollment in a graduate degree program
- 0-1 year of experience required
- Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet searches
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field of Study required.
- Must be capable of performing and interpreting assay data related to the specific research lab.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Ability to work carefully, accurately, and consistently with instruction or protocol.
- Must be able to work safely and properly use protective equipment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Work Location: Onsite
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Day
Pay Range: $20.16 - $29.01/Hourly