Research Assistant II - Vaccine Research

Summary: Beth Israel Lahey Health is a growing health organization committed to making a difference in people's lives. The Research Assistant II will support the vaccine research lab by performing various laboratory procedures and conducting molecular and cell biology assays, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities: - Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests which may include DNA sequencing, gene cloning, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, northern blotting; synthesizes and interprets results. (essential) - May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment such as spectrophotometer, flow cytometer, etc. (essential) - Using analytical abilities and sound judgment, makes decisions regarding the reliability and accuracy of results, repeating procedures when necessary. (essential) - May assist with planning specific research procedures and coordinating schedules of tests and procedures (essential) - May prepare written and/or verbal reports on status of research and the technical procedures used, including statistical and graphic summaries of findings and possible conclusions. (essential) - May have technical expertise in specific area(s) that surpasses basic performance expectations (i.e. knowledge/use of the electron microscope), contributes to the laboratory by utilizing this experience (essential) - May demonstrate routine to complex lab techniques to others in the lab. (essential) - Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research and laboratory techniques, consults with other researchers and technicians to exchange information. May demonstrate routine to complex lab techniques to others in the lab. (essential) Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required - 1-3 years related work experience required, including 1 year of related experience or a Master's degree with requisite knowledge and skills - Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of hematology, immunology, and relevant laboratory principles and procedures Required Skills: Molecular Biology Assays, Cell Biology Assays, Blood, Tissue Processing, Cell Isolation, Cell Culture, Immunoassays, ELISA, ELISPOT, Intracellular Cytokine Staining, GxP (GCLP) Compliance, Laboratory Equipment Operation, Spectrophotometer, Flow Cytometer, DNA Sequencing, Gene Cloning, Situ Hybridization, Immunohistochemistry, Northern Blotting, Electron Microscopy, Laboratory Safety, Biosafety, Computer Systems, Microsoft Office, Independence of Action, Customer Service, Decision Making, Written Communications, Oral Communications, Team Work