Job Posting Description
At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
The Flynn Lab, led by principal investigator Ryan Flynn, is focused on exploring the interface of two key biomolecules, RNA and glycans, by developing and implementing chemical, biochemical, and genetic tools. Understanding the regulatory mechanisms underlying glycoRNA and the interface of the secretory pathway and nucleic acids will have implications for the basic biology of processes such as stem cells, cancer, and regeneration.
To learn more about the Flynn Lab, please visit us at rafRNA.com.
This Research Assistant II will be responsible for:
- Assisting and overseeing a variety of projects that center around mammalian cell culture and RNA biochemistry.
- Isolating, purifying, and characterizing RNAs from many different cell types and cell sources, paired with downstream analytical methods.
- Assisting in troubleshooting procedures if experimental results are unexpected or quality of specimens is poor.
- Conducting literature searches and reviews, compiling information for journals and suggesting uses for new techniques to the P.I.
- Overseeing inventory management, ordering reagents, ensuring all supplies are adequately stocked and current, and maintaining equipment.
- Collaborating with the PI to ensure efficient lab organization and operations.
In order to qualify, you must have:
- Bachelor's degree in STEM & Psychology and minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
- Ability to make a long-term commitment of 3-4+ years. The team seeks someone eager to grow their career within the lab and at Boston Children's Hospital.
- Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in-depth, experience-based knowledge.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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