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At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. Position Summary The Yu Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital focuses on developing innovative therapies for rare genetic diseases, with a particular emphasis on antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs). Our team works at the intersection of research and patient care, collaborating closely with families and patient advocacy groups to advance personalized medicine. The Research Assistant will support the lab’s genetic counselor and broader research team in both patient-facing and research-related activities. This position will include overseeing the intake process for new referrals to the lab and data management across several research studies. The Research Assistant will also play a key role in a research partnership utilizing an AI-powered tool for therapeutic amenability assessments. Experience with bioinformatics or computer science is a plus. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in rare disease research, patient engagement, and genetic data management.
Job Responsibility
Support the assessment of new cases for enrollment through bioinformatic analysis, literature review, and use of genomic tools
Assist the genetic counselor with organizing and managing incoming case inquiries and historic genetic data through the creation of a harmonized database and case reports
Facilitate the informed consent process and the collection of medical history data and biological samples from enrolled patients
Leverage existing data sets to advance therapeutic assessment strategies through a collaborative research program with an AI-driven platform
Engage in bioinformatics-related tasks depending on skill set and interest
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in genetics, neuroscience, bioinformatics, biology, psychology, or a related field
Interest in genetic counseling, rare disease research, and/or patient advocacy
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Nice to have
Experience with bioinformatics or computer science
Experience with Python, R, or other relevant languages
Familiarity with genetics/bioinformatics tools and/or antisense oligonucleotides
What we offer
Flexible schedules
Affordable health, vision and dental insurance
Child care and student loan subsidies
Generous levels of time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement