Research Scientist

Mass General Brigham • Cambridge, MA

6d • $60,000 - $96,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Scientist will work in the Garcia-Beltran Lab at the Ragon Institute of Mass General Brigham, MIT, and Harvard, combining scientific leadership with laboratory management. In consultation with the Principal Investigator, the scientist will undertake and execute a program of scientific study culminating in publication and will take intellectual ownership of research projects. The role focuses on cellular immunology, synthetic biology, cancer immunotherapy, and virology, including research into natural killer (NK) cell biology and development of NK-cell-based immunotherapies for cancers and viral infections.

The scientist will help lead innovative research, design and execute experiments, select methods and technologies, present results, prepare publications, and assist with grant proposals. The role also supports laboratory operations and the training and mentorship of trainees. The position is full-time, on-site, and scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift. Patient care is not required.

Requirements

• Doctorate in a related field of study.
• 5–7 years of previous research experience, including graduate and postdoctoral experience.
• Excellent research skills.
• Demonstrated specific scientific competence in the field and broad knowledge of the field.
• Evidence of potential for scientific creativity and original thought.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and leadership.
• Ability to contribute to publications.
• Experience cannot be substituted for the required degree.

Responsibilities

• Make intellectual contributions to the scientific strategies of the group or laboratory and act as a subject-matter authority in the field.
• Design and execute experiments and research projects.
• Select methods and technologies to obtain research results using independent judgment.
• Present research results and prepare publications.
• Take intellectual ownership of projects and produce rigorous, high-impact work suitable for publication in leading journals.
• Facilitate laboratory operations and oversee scientific and operational activities.
• Mentor and help train trainees and other laboratory personnel.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with grant proposals and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Contribute to collaborative projects within the laboratory and with researchers at the Ragon Institute and broader Boston research community.
• May collaborate with external researchers or receive external project funding support.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree