Research Assistant - Naqvi Lab

Position Summary

Research Assistant in Quantitative Gene Regulation/Stem Cell Biology

The Naqvi lab at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Research Assistant to join our team. The Naqvi lab uses experimental and computational techniques to understand how transcription factors (TFs) regulate developmental gene expression, and how this process goes awry in disease. We combine quantitative chemical genetic tools, functional genomics readouts, and stem cell‑derived models of development to understand how perturbations to TF levels lead to human variation and disease across a range of systems, including the developing face and gut.

See naqvilab.org for more information.

This Research Assistant will be part of a dynamic and growing scientific team, with opportunities to shape the direction of an exciting research program at the intersection of gene regulation, stem cell biology, and machine learning. This is an inclusive and rigorous lab environment. The position is part of an intellectually stimulating scientific ecosystem of Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, with regular opportunities for seminars and coursework.

• Stem cell culture, maintenance and differentiation
• Genome editing using CRISPR/Cas9 and related tools
• Functional genomics and associated molecular biology techniques
• Reading literature and assisting with experimental design
• Ordering supplies, equipment maintenance, labware sterilization and cleaning
• This position will receive:
• Hands‑on training and mentorship from the Principal Investigator
• Substantial flexibility in defining specific projects/areas based on interests and expertise
• Guidance and advice towards desired career goals, such as MD and/or PhD programs and industry roles

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors’ Degree in Biology/Genetics/Bioengineering or a related discipline is required

• Wet lab skills are preferred
• Strong and relevant undergraduate coursework
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• A 2‑year commitment is preferred

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.