Research Assistant - Nigrovic Lab
Listed on 2026-03-06
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Medical Science -
Healthcare
Clinical Research, Medical Science
Position Summary
A research assistant position is available to start by June 2026 within the laboratory of Dr. Peter Nigrovic, Chief of the Division of Immunology at Boston Children’s Hospital. The individual will join a team studying adaptive and innate immune mechanisms of autoimmune diseases. We apply cutting‑edge approaches in transcriptomics, immunology, molecular biology, gene editing, and microscopy on human patient samples and mouse models of autoimmune diseases.
The research assistant will conduct studies in tissue culture, microscopy, immunology, and molecular biology techniques, animal husbandry, and surgical procedures. The candidate may interact with patients and will participate actively in lab meetings, discussions, and presentations. A 2‑year commitment is preferred. Training will be provided in all skills, rendering the position suitable for a self‑motivated individual considering medical or graduate school.
This role will also require flexible working hours during weekdays and weekends as needed.
Key Responsibilities- Tissue culture.
- Cellular and molecular immunology assays including qPCR, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, intra‑vital 2‑photon microscopy, western blot, etc.
- Animal husbandry and colony maintenance.
- Lab maintenance, i.e. ordering supplies, general upkeep.
- Consenting and collecting patient samples.
- Processing, organizing and cryopreserving patient samples.
- A bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related field is required.
- Past research experience in tissue culture, cellular and molecular immunology and/or mouse work preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication, organization, time management and record‑keeping are a must.
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.
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