Research Assistant

at  Tufts University

Overview:
The Department of Developmental, Molecular and Chemical Biology is a Basic Science research department in the School of Medicine. Members of the department carry out research on fundamental and medically related problems in different aspects of cell biology.
What You’ll Do:

In collaboration with Principal Investigator develops and modifies techniques and protocols and provides input into research design. Works independently performing a wide range of specialized techniques and experiments. Analyzes data, interprets results and assists in writing materials for publication and presentation. May supervise or provide work direction to others in the laboratory and helps manage laboratory operations.

• Conducts specialized laboratory experiments
• Performs advanced procedures such as DNA sequencing and molecular biology techniques
• Develops research study design, techniques and protocols in collaboration with Principal Investigator
• Reviews results and suggests modifications to experiments and protocols where necessary
• Oversees collection and data entry of results
• Analyzes and interprets data and drafts results of experiments
• Writes summaries and material for presentation and publication

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science and 3-5 years of related laboratory experience OR Master’s degree and up to one year laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in science
• Knowledge of and experience with advanced laboratory techniques and procedures, data interpretation and statistical analysis

Please refer the Job description for details