Boston Children's Hospital

Research Assistant II

Boston Children's Hospital  •  $49k - $79k/yr  •  Boston, MA (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Status

Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week

40

Job Posting Category

Research

Job Posting Description


Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experimental, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research. Utilizes specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of data generated by this equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • RA I plus; Troubleshoots procedures if experimental results are unexpected or quality of specimens is poor.
  • May suggest alternative routine procedures to crosscheck own findings. Performs techniques typically required for the laboratory/study.
  • Assists with planning specific research procedures, coordinating schedules of experiments and procedures. Develops and troubleshoots new techniques specific to the lab.
  • Maintains accurate records of results and methodologies into a log of work performed. Compiles and helps analyze data, preparing charts, graphs, and results of studies.
  • Demonstrates basic laboratory techniques to laboratory assistants and technicians, research fellows, residents and students.
  • Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.

Minimum Requirements
Education:

  • A bachelor's degree in a science field

Experience:

  • 1 or more years of relevant research experience

Office/Site Location

Boston

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Pay Range

$49275.2-$78832 Annual

Boston Children's Hospital

About Boston Children's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Boston Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. (Our services can begin interventions at 15 weeks gestation and in some situations we also treat adults.)

We have approximately 25,000 inpatient admissions each year and our 200+ specialized clinical programs schedule 557,000 visits annually. Last year, the hospital performed more than 26,500 surgical procedures and 214,000 radiological examinations.

Our team of physicians and nurses has been recognized by a number of independent organizations for overall excellence, and we're proud to share some notable examples with you here.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
1869
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