Research Assistant II- Endocrinology

• Maintain multiple mouse colonies including breeding, genotyping, with accurate records. This is one of the most important roles
• Maintain records of experimental methodologies and results in a log of work performed (Lab Archives online notebook).
• Work with PI and independently to design and perform experiments
• Perform a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, utilizing standard laboratory equipment, recording and analyzing outcomes for completeness and accuracy.
  • Mouse necropsy and tissue processing
  • Mouse tissue histological analysis using light microscopy, immunofluorescence, RNA in situ hybridization (RNAscope)
  • ELISA, RIA, qRTPCR
  • Cell culture ideal but not required
• Maintain equipment, lab area and supplies in a neat manner.
• Process orders for supplies and animals
• Assist PI to write and amend animal protocols
• Collaborate with other members of the Majzoub lab and with other laboratories in the Endocrinology department

• Bachelor's degree in biology, neuroscience, or related field

• At least 1 year experience managing laboratory mouse colonies
• Preferred experience with PCR, ELISA, RIA, immunocytochemistry, RNAscope
• Good problem-solving skills and independent work ability
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

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.