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Posted:
January 26, 2021
Location:
USA - MA - Boston
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full-time
The Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases (IID) was formed in 1997 when the Departments of Cancer Biology, Molecular and Cellular Toxicology and Tropical Public Health were merged. The department focuses on the biological, immunological, epidemiological and ecological aspects of viral, bacterial and protozoan diseases of animals and humans, including the vectors that transmit infectious agents. Research in the department's 14 laboratories is primarily focused on diseases of developing countries.

We seek a Research Assistant (RA) to support studies on infection control, microbial genomics, and antibiotic resistance. The RA will report to Yonatan Grad, M.D., Ph.D. His research group is investigating how pathogens emerge and spread, and how antibitoic resistance is gained and lost, with efforts in detecting outbreaks in hospitals and communities and in the evolutionary forces drive bacterial phenotypes. To learn more, please feel free to check out the Grad Lab's website: https://sites.sph.harvard.edu/grad-lab/


The RA duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Cataloguing and storing many isolates that will be arriving monthly from collaborating hospitals
  • Performing microbial genomics tasks, including culture of multiple types of bacteria, DNA and RNA prep, library construction for sequencing
  • Responsible for transformation studies and other molecular biology procedures
  • Providing lab support (ordering and media preparation)
  • Other duties as assigned
PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term end date of December 31, 2021, with the possibility of extension.

PLEASE NOTE: Until our return to campus and full operational status, which is still to-be-determined, this interview process and position will take place in a modified manner – including virtual interviews, remote onboarding, and a combination of remote and on-site (on campus in Boston) lab work. During this time, the shifts are also likely to be irregular (potentially including weekends and off-hours) and may therefore require schedule flexibility.

  • Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
  • This position has a 90 day orientation and review (O&R) period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.
  • The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship for administrative and staff positions.
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The Harvard T.H. Chan of Public Health is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – including fostering respect for all, serving the greater good, and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more about the Chan School's mission, objectives, and core values, please visit our website here.

Harvard offers an outstanding benefits package including:
  • Time Off: 3- 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 11.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
  • Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
  • Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
  • Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
  • Wellness Options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation and complimentary health services.
    Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events and many discounts throughout metro Boston.
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!

Salary Grade: 052

Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

  • 1+ year of research experience in molecular biology required; combination of education and experience will be considered


  • Bachelors Degree majoring in biology, chemistry or a similar field is strongly preferred
  • Excellent organizational skills preferred


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal Number: 53196BR
About Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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