RESEARCH SPECIALIST II, School Of Medicine, Microbiology

Category



Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional



Job Location



Boston, MA, United States



Tracking Code



25500972721119



Posted Date



4/30/2026



Expected Hiring Range Minimum



$62,525.00



Expected Hiring Range Maximum



$81,175.00



The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.



Position Type



Full-Time/Regular



The candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team and will help various groups achieve their scientific goals. This is a cutting-edge system that requires solid knowledge gained through previous laboratory experience. The individual will utilize independent analysis and problem-solving in performing virus infection assays. Works independently to generate results that contribute to an area of research which will investigate host responses to infection, bioassay development, and antiviral testing and evaluation. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to making reagents and testing different assays to establish their performance. Ensures compliance within a BSL2 regulatory environment. Works with previously established university partners and outside collaborators contacts to support the generation of results. Responsible for oversight of inventory and ordering laboratory supplies. Keeping good laboratory notes is essential as well as ability to work within a team environment. Work will be performed in the NEIDL with BSL2 viruses. BSL3 work is an opportunity but not an immediate need.



Required Skills



Bachelor's and 2 years of related experience.



We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.