Research Assistant I Lab

Posting date: May 01, 2026

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1. Job Type Full-time
2. Location Cambridge
3. School/Unit Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences
4. Salary Grade 052
5. Job Function Research
6. FLSA Status Non-exempt
7. Term Appointment Yes
8. Union 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Position broadly supports multiple ongoing research projects under the direction of HSCRB Professor Richard Lee. The Lee laboratory uses biotechnologies to discover and design new approaches to cardiovascular and metabolic diseases using a variety of techniques including stem cell and molecular biology.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintain tissue cultures (feed, expand, and split cells)
• Characterize cells by standard molecular, cellular, and functional methods
• Carry out rodent animal husbandry (breeding, genotyping, metabolic and protein assays)
• Perform tissue histology and immunohistochemistry techniques according to established protocols; Analyze data and document experimental results
• Maintain equipment, make stock solutions used in methods above, and contribute to general lab organization.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required):

One year of biological laboratory research experience is required. Relevant college coursework that includes cellular and molecular biology may count toward experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills (preferred):

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field is strongly preferred. Prior experience and work in metabolism a plus. Experience with molecular biological, cell culture, and sterile laboratory techniques are required. Excellent organizational skills and great attention to detail are essential components of this position as is the demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team-oriented environment. Comfortable working with small animals. Computer experience is essential as analysis and documentation of results are required.

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date: This is a one year term position
• 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
• Other Information: All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources

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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 052. 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.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.