Research Assistant III

Position Summary
Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experimental, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research. Utilizes specialized laboratory equipment and analysis of data generated by this equipment. May contribute to experimental design.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently decides which techniques may be appropriate for specific experimental investigations and carries out those experiments with minimal supervision or independently.
• Critically evaluates experimental results independently and provides summaries or interpretation of results to PI. RA II plus under minimal supervision.
• Contributes to the team within and between departments and organizations.
• Coaches RA I and RA II, interns, Co Ops on basic lab techniques. Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed; uses computer to perform statistical analyses.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree, AND a minimum three years of relevant experience OR Masters of Science AND one year of relevant work experience.

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.