Research Assistant I- Henderson Lab Immunology

• Isolating mononuclear cells from peripheral blood and synovial fluid (joint fluid)
• Cryopreserving biosamples
• Maintaining cell cultures
• Extracting DNA/RNA
• Processing samples for flow cytometry and mass cytometry (CyTOF),
• Running PCRs
• Conducting T cell functional assays
• Maintaining biosample databases.
• There will be opportunities to participate in data analysis (flow cytometry, RNA sequencing, high throughput sequencing of the T cell receptor repertoire).
• The research assistant will also meet with patients and families to obtain consent for research studies.
• The research assistant will be consider part of the research team and will have opportunities to present at lab meeting, develop abstracts, participate in manuscript preparation, and attend educational lectures/seminars in immunology and pediatric rheumatology.

• A Bachelor's degree in STEM with a focus in biology, molecular biology, life sciences, or medical technology is required.

• The ideal candidate should be proactive, organized, and have excellent time management skills.
• He/She/They should feel comfortable interacting with pediatric patients and other research team members.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques is a plus.

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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.