Biomedical Research Assistant

3 days ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research Full time
Job Description

The Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Biomedical Research Assistant. As a key member of our Genomics Platform, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and execution of pooled screening projects that answer diverse scientific questions using lentiviral delivery of the CRISPR-Cas9 system.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and perform bench-level experiments and small independent research projects to support scientific research objectives of the platform.
  • Responsible for lab management and administrative tasks that support the overall functioning of the platform.
  • Analyze experimental data, address methodological problems in experimental protocols and results, and report data to supervisor.
  • Use discretion in prioritizing and organizing scientific and lab support workflows and in optimizing methodologies and results.
  • Work as part of a partnership or team to support all aspects of high-throughput lentiviral CRISPR-Cas9-based and other screens.

Requirements:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in biology or a field directly related to the work.
  • Proficiency in basic lab techniques.
  • Proficiency in molecular biology techniques.
  • Experience with mammalian cell culture.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and critical thinking skills.
  • Knowledge of various scientific databases and publications.
  • Proficiency with Google Drive, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat.

We offer excellent benefits, including a choice of health insurance options, a generous retirement plan, comprehensive dental, disability, and life insurance coverage, competitive salary, substantial vacation and holiday time, and programs for tuition reimbursement, dependent care assistance, pre-tax spending accounts, and subsidized public transportation or parking.

The Whitehead Institute believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to its values and mission. We welcome all individuals of all backgrounds and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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