Postdoctoral Associate - The Zhang Lab

The Broad Institute • Cambridge, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Zhang lab at The Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard is seeking an exceptional scientist to join our mission of discovering and developing new molecular biology tools to improve human health for their postdoctoral training. The Zhang lab has pioneered the development of a number of new biotechnologies, including CRISPR-mediated genome editing, new approaches for high-throughput genetic screening, DNA microscopy, CRISPR-based diagnostics, and single-cell genomics methods. These advancements often stem from natural systems, and the lab is also at the forefront of discovering and characterizing novel molecular systems. Collectively, our work encompasses many disciplines, including computational biology, evolutionary biology, microbiology, biochemistry and structural biology, molecular biology, genomics, and bioengineering. Our lab is a fun, vibrant, fast-paced, results-driven, and collaborative environment. Postdoctoral trainees will have the opportunity to lead their own projects within the scope of the lab’s broader work, collaborating with other members of the team and outside the lab as needed to achieve the goals of the project. Postdoctoral trainees will also have access to a number of resources to help position them for future career success. Previous postdoctoral trainees have gone on to start independent research groups at some of the leading universities around the world, as well as to competitive positions at leading biotech companies.

Requirements

• 0+ years of post-graduate experience
• A PhD in immunology, cell biology, or molecular biology, or a related field
• Outstanding personal initiative and communication skills
• Excellent molecular biology skills and experience in cell biology
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals

Responsibilities

• Lead their own projects within the scope of the lab’s broader work.
• Collaborate with other members of the team and outside the lab as needed to achieve the goals of the project.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• at least 13 paid holidays
• winter closure
• paid time off
• parental and family care leave
• an employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees