"Research Assistant I- D'Gama Lab"

Position Summary/ Department Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and well-organized individual for a full-time research assistant position in the D'Gama Lab at Boston Children's Hospital Division of Newborn Medicine. The lab is devoted to advancing equitable precision medicine for infants and children with neurological and genetic conditions, particularly focusing on infants with epilepsy and related neurogenetic disorders. Under the immediate supervision of a pediatric physician-scientist, the individual will engage in translational research at the intersection of newborn medicine, developmental neuroscience, and genetics and genomics. Training in all research procedures will be provided. The D'Gama Lab fosters a welcoming and collaborative environment with rigorous training, opportunities for co-authorship, and valuable experience for careers in medicine and science.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares biological specimens, conducts a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experiments, and analyzes generated data.
• Coordinates daily operations of clinical research studies under supervision.
• Screens, selects, recruits, and consents patients for studies while maintaining detailed records.
• Prepares and submits IRB/CCI documentation with support from the research team.
• Conducts data collection and prepares analytical reports on study results.
• Embodies hospital core values in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or psychology (required).

Experience:
Experience utilizing analytical, communication and advanced writing skills.
Understanding of basic genetics concepts (through coursework or prior work experience)
Training will be provided.
Experience in laboratory settings or clinical research (preferred but not essential).

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.