Position Description

As a Molecular Biology Research Assistant in the Wu Lab at Harvard Medical School (HMS), you will be a member of an interdisciplinary team of creative and skilled individuals who are dedicated to the application of super-resolution and diffraction-limited microscopy to advance our understanding of the 3D organization of the genome and how that organization facilitates genome function. Responsibilities will include running standard and cutting-edge molecular biology and imaging experiments including, but not limited to, PCR, qPCR, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) using Oligopaints, fluidics, diffraction-limited microscopy, structured illumination microscopy (SIM), and single-molecule localization microscopy (OligoSTORM, OligoDNA PAINT). Your work will be a crucial part of a bigger project involving image analysis and data interpretation. We value team collaboration, innovation in method development, and detailed data analysis to understand genome function. You are expected to work closely with lab members with experience in molecular biology, imaging, and image analysis.

Basic Qualifications

College background and 1-2+ years of relevant experience
 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• BS/MS degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics or related fields preferred
• Experience in a collaborative environment, particularly in cross-functional teams that include computational and experimental biologists.
• 1-2+ years of hands-on experience with PCR, qPCR, and molecular biology techniques. Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and statistical software (e.g., R, Python).
• Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You are detail-oriented and value precision and reproducibility in your work.
• You have a strong curiosity, eagerness to learn, and a desire to tackle challenging problems. You are adaptable, self-sufficient, and willing to seek guidance when necessary.
• You organize and manage your time efficiently. You are an effective communicator.
• You can efficiently manage multiple tasks and priorities. Advantageous:
• Knowledge of FISH, diffraction-limited microscopy, SIM, or single-molecule localization microscopy is not essential, although helpful.
• Familiarity with fluidics systems and their applications in molecular biology and imaging is not essential, although helpful.

Additional Information

This is a 12-month term appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
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.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values
https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statement
 

EEO Statement

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, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.