Research Assistant

Job Description:

Summary

The Research Assistant will assist with ongoing experiments in the Hart laboratory in the Department of Neuroscience at Brown University. The laboratory uses genetic and molecular approaches to understand neurological and neurodegenerative diseases, using the nematode C. elegans. In collaboration with senior staff, the Research Assistant will assist with developing and running drug-screening assays with C. elegans disease models. The research assistant will also provide general laboratory support and maintenance to further the research goals of the Hart Laboratory. 

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 10/31/2027, which may be extended based upon available funding.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences (molecular biology, neuroscience, genetics, or related sciences) and prior related research experience or extensive coursework in an organized biology research laboratory (grade7).

• Required: 1 to 2 years of experience within a research laboratory and/or equivalent combination of education and experience (grade 8).

• Experience working with C. elegans, Drosophila, or working with laboratory organisms using genetic approaches is highly advantageous.

• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, electrophoresis, solution making) is highly desired.

• And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in close collaboration with team members, as well as the ability to work independently.

• Dependability, strong organizational skills, and the ability to maintain records with very high accuracy.

• Ability to quickly learn new skills.

• Ability to accurately and carefully undertake scientific experiments, with consultation on design.

• Ability to actively discuss on-going work with group members, during weekly lab meetings.

• Understanding of basic statistical, genetic, molecular biology concepts (and experience with PCR, making solutions, and other common techniques).

• Computing, data analysis and presentation skills (i.e., Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.) and ability to handle basic statistical analysis and spreadsheets.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Please note: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship from Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-15

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Department of Neuroscience

Grade:

Grade 7

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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