Research Assistant II Lab

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Job Summary:

The Department of Environmental Health at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has an opening for Research Assistant II Lab. The Christiani Lab studies the interplay between environmental exposures, genetics, and disease in human populations, in the research area known as molecular epidemiology. The Research Assistant will aid the lab in various projects, particularly in the management of study samples and maintenance of laboratory equipment. The position is an RA-2 (lab), situated in the Christiani Lab

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform laboratory procedures following established protocols.
• Data entry and database maintenance, protocol programing
• Cleaning and regular maintenance of lab equipment
• Ordering of lab supplies and maintaining equipment inventory
• Other job duties as required

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term appointment of March 31, 2028.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 50 pounds

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience is required; a combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in computer programming, Excel, Access, basic data analysis
• Experience working with human samples and DNA/RNA Extraction
• Experience with Excel, Redcap, Operating Autogen and Flexstar robotic machine for processing DNA and RNA extraction; genotyping using Illumina platforms, project management; familiar with Autopure Robotics machine, and programing for Beckman Coulter 4000 and sample normalization
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills

• Appointment End Date: March 31, 2028
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal 

Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country! 

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• The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions. 
• Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings. 
• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers. 

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The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines. 

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 053. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

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