Student Research Intern NEUROLOGY RESEARCH Lemere Lab

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Feb 26, 2025
Working under general supervision from lab members, the Student Research Assistant executes protocols involving a variety of routine and non-routine experiments at a professional level. They troubleshoot and implement modifications on existing techniques, as appropriate. The Student Research Assistant may suggest alternate technical routes and suggest options based upon research in the literature. They calculate, transcribe, and analyze data using proper techniques. This is a great opportunity for a student who is looking for research experience. The Student Research Assistant position requires laboratory bench experience including making general stock solutions and basic laboratory skills and safety. They will learn to cut mouse brain sections on a microtome, stain the brain tissue with various markers, capture the images on a microscope and then perform computerized image analysis to quantify the staining. Training will be provided for the laboratory skills required of the position. Does this position require Patient Care? No Education: High School Diploma Preferred. Interest in Neurology and biology lab work. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and analysis of cell cultures and hippocampal slices. Assist with sectioning, staining and imaging of mouse brain. Prepare reagents for all procedures. Skills and Abilities: Ability to follow directions, protocol requirements, and lab safety rules Ability to work well with moderate supervision High level of organizational skills with strong attention to details Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people Strong team player who can communicate well Working Conditions: Laboratory environment. May be exposed, under controlled conditions, to hazardous materials. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.