Research Assistant, School of Medicine, Dermatology (22599929200613)

Research Assistant position available for gap year students to support dermatology research in melanoma and dermatopathology administrative services.  This is a full-time position for a minimum of one year and may be renewable upon performance review.  Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to two years.  Opportunities for research in dermatology/dermatopathology will involve basic and translational research and are likely to result in co-authorship in scientific publications which will be highly supportive for medical school applications.  Excellent benefits and competitive salaries available.  Boston University is an equal opportunity employer.

Overall Responsibility

• In consultation with the Principal Investigator, design and conduct experiments in cell biology, biochemistry, and cancer medicine.
• Proficiency in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology.
• Perform in vitro, cell culture, and in vivo experiments using mouse models of cancer. This may include experiments with mouse models of cancer including handling, treating, and analyzing mice.
• Document, compile, and report data to the supervisor in oral and written form.
• Analyze experimental data, address methodological problems in experimental protocols, and report data to supervisor.
• Conduct laboratory tasks and organization to ensure the smooth operation of the research and clinical laboratories
• Use discretion in prioritizing and organizing workflow and in optimizing methodologies and results.
• Consult scientific literature and other resources as needed.
• Independently operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including contacting service providers for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Place orders for general lab consumables and maintain stocks of necessary reagents, solutions, and supplies.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in biology/biochemistry/biotechnology or other relevant field.
• Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff.
• Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Attention to detail and ability to be thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

Interested applicants should submit the following:

All documents should be forwarded to Ms. Jacy London at [email protected]. 

In addition: Applicants also need to be available for a remote/video interview. 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.