Overview:
At the Harvey Cushing Neuro-Oncology Laboratories, within the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, our research is focused on the developmental immunotherapy with tumor-permissive oncolytic viruses and tumor immune mechanisms governing highly immune tolerance and resistance in brain tumors. We use advanced DNA manipulation and animal models in conjunction with the latest molecular and immunological tools in our investigation of brain tumor and immunity. We are looking for an energetic and highly organized research assistant interested in various biological and immunological experiments, including plasmid DNA, RNA, genome extraction, (RT-)PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, virus, cell culture, and other essential molecular biological experiments.
Description:
We are looking for an energetic and highly organized research assistant interested in various biological and immunological experiments, including plasmid DNA, RNA, genome extraction, (RT-)PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry (FACS), virus, cell culture, and other essential molecular biological experiments. The position will perform research projects independently or with a supervisor. As our research uses small animal (mice) models, this position may need to assist with animal care/experimentation, including transgenic colony maintenance, imaging, and health check (weekly body weight, post-surgery care). Other work includes writing laboratory SOPs, various regulatory protocols such as IACUC and IBC and data formatting with Excel, R, and other bioinformatic approaches.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
As a research staff member, your duties and responsibilities will include:
* Working with Dr. Nakashima and other members of the research team to perform research projects
* Performing preparatory laboratory work (e.g., autoclave, reagent preparation, etc. )
NOTE: This is a grant-funded position expected to last 2+ years, but subject to termination if grant funding expires.
EEO StatementEEO Statement:
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.