73449BRJob Posting Title:Research Assistant III - Carmargo LabDepartment:Medicine-Hematology/OncologyAutoReqId:73449BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:

The Carmargo Laboratory focuses on the study of adult stem cell biology, organ size regulation, and cancer. Our laboratory utilizes a variety of genetic, biochemical, and high-throughput technologies to identify molecules and mechanisms that regulate this fascinating process in mammals. We are particularly interested in studying the function of the newly discovered Hippo signaling pathway and its effects on tissue size, homeostasis and cancer.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently decides which techniques may be appropriate for specific experimental investigations and carries out those experiments with minimal supervision or independently.

• Critically evaluates experimental results independently and provides summaries or interpretation of results to PI. RA II plus under minimal supervision.

• Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.

• Coaches RA I and RA II, interns, Co Ops on basic lab techniques.

• Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed; uses computer to perform statistical analyses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth, experienced based knowledge.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, AND a minimum three years of relevant experience OR Master’s of Science AND one year of relevant work experience

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.

#LI-Onsite Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only