Research Student
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Summary
A Research Student will be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research in conjunction with a related or unrelated educational program.
Job Description
- Learn and conduct routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and chromatography.
- Learn and use standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, and centrifuges.
- Collect basic study data through monitoring devices and maintain daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results.
- With supervision and using databases, summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing.
- Attend Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions.
- Attend courses, lectures, and conferences to further personal knowledge of research.
- Perform literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research.
Pay Range
The base hourly wage range for this position is $15.00 – $24.04. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as seniority, education, training, relevant experience, certifications, geography, job responsibilities, and applicable legal considerations. Compensation may exceed the base rate through shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime, and other additional pay practices.
Vaccination Requirement
Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.