Research Scientist I - Sabeti Lab Diagnostics Group

The Broad Institute•Cambridge, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is a leading biomedical research institute focused on using genomics to transform disease understanding and treatment. The Sabeti Lab at Harvard University and the Broad Institute specializes in pathogen evolution, diagnosis, and prevention of infectious diseases, developing CRISPR-based technologies for rapid viral diagnostics. This role involves working closely with the Diagnostics Team to develop PCR and CRISPR-based diagnostic assays, expanding these technologies for front-line surveillance tools targeting multiple pathogens in West African countries, with a focus on point-of-care deployment. The position offers participation in a dynamic research environment, professional advancement, skill development, and authorship opportunities.

Requirements

PhD degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related field with 0+ years of related work experience.
Strong, proven communication and wet lab skills.
Ability to work well in a team setting.
Strong desire to learn new methods.
Proven ability to engage with collaborators and influence without direct supervisory authority.
Proactively anticipate, identify, and mitigate potential issues before they arise.
Strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively with an emphasis on strong problem-solving skills.
Strong interest in work-related travel to implement technology at partner sites.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work well in a team setting.
Strong desire to contribute to translational research.
Interest in or previous experience developing point-of-care assays or translational technologies.
Experience with one or more of the following techniques: nucleic acid isothermal amplification, molecular assay design, viral diagnostics, CRISPR applications, quantitative data analysis.

Responsibilities

Design and carry out experiments essential to the individual project and the group’s collective success.
Consult the literature, supervisor, and other scientific staff as needed to troubleshoot experiments.
Investigate, learn, and develop new methods and technologies that might be relevant to the project.
Maintain detailed experimental records, documentation, and written protocols.
Regularly communicate results and roadblocks in experimental lab work to the wider diagnostic team.