Research Scientist jobs at Harvard University

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, or a related discipline; demonstrated expertise in transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and/or scanning electron microscopy (SEM); familiarity with cryogenic sample preparation methods; strong troubleshooting, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently while balancing the needs of a multi-user facility; and commitment to training and supporting a diverse scientific community. PREFERRED: Four+ years of research experience in biological electron microscopy; experience with cryo-FIB milling and lamella preparation; background in SPA, cryo-electron tomography, or related data processing workflows; experience identifying and diagnosing microscope or equipment performance issues; proficiency with computational tools for cryo EM data analysis; experience with Python, Linux, or HPC environments; and experience in a multi-user or shared research facility. 10/20/2025 RESEARCH SCIENTIST, CRYOEM FACILITY, Biology, will be supporting a diverse and expanding research community in cryogenic sample preparation, imaging, and data analysis and will train and support users in specimen preparation, data collection, and cryo EM/cryo ET workflows; maintain and calibrate instruments; assist in collaborative projects; and help shape next-generation techniques in structural biology including leading the integration of the HydraBio system for advanced in situ studies using fluorescence-guided targeting. Located within MIT.nano, the facility features cutting-edge instrumentation, including a Titan Krios (BioQuantum-K3), Talos Arctica (Falcon3EC/K3), and an Aquilos cryo-FIB/SEM (soon to be upgraded to a HydraBio plasma FIB/SEM with Delmic METEOR fluorescence microscope), along with Chameleon and Vitrobot vitrification systems and robust computational infrastructure. Responsibilities include user training and mentoring (~35%), facility operations and administration (~30%), collaborative work and staff-assisted usage (~20%), equipment maintenance (~10%), and community engagement (~5%). Full job description available here: ********************************************************************************

REQUIRED: Master's degree in architecture, urban design, urban planning, geography, or a related field; a minimum of four years of direct research experience; evidence of original or collaborative scholarship; excellent research skills and outstanding written/verbal communication; demonstrated project management and exhibition experience; and experience working across diverse disciplines and with broad networks of collaborators. PREFERRED: Experience in producing scholarly publications, exhibitions, and interactive multi-media. Applicants should submit: Cover letter summarizing expertise, design philosophy, and research interests; Curriculum vitae; Link to a digital portfolio (20-page max); (Optional) List of courses the candidate is prepared to teach. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 9/29/2025 RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 2, Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism (LCAU), will work on ongoing projects including planning and conducting research that advances innovation in urban environments, as well as collaborating with the LCAU Director to develop new research initiatives around our current tri-annual research theme on energy in the urban environment. Given LCAU's commitment to innovation in teaching, there may also be opportunities to contribute to MIT courses on urban design, GIS, data visualization, and the relationship between technology (including AI) and the urban environment. A full job description is available on the LCAU's Website: ******************************

REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience quantitative data analysis, research methods, and/or social sciences research (which may include coursework or experience gained as an undergraduate); experience with programming skills, particularly around data analysis, cleaning, and simulations. Job #25113 This is a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually, contingent on funding and mutual agreement. The starting pay for this position is $69,294. Applicants must apply via MIT's hiring site and complete an application at this link. This is not a data scientist role; some minimum economics training is required. Based at MIT in Cambridge, MA. 7/31/2025 RESEARCH POLICY ASSOCIATE I, Blueprint Labs, to support research initiatives; work closely with one or more of the Blueprint Labs Directors or Co-Directors, including Josh Angrist, Parag Pathak, Nikhil Agarwal, and David Autor, plus collaborators at other universities; and construct and prepare data for analysis, conducting analysis in Stata, Python, and/or R (or similar), presenting results and engaging in discussion in project meetings, and editing papers and other materials for publication and diverse audiences. Blueprint Labs uses data, econometrics, and analytic tools to generate insights on the consequences of policy choices and improve society. The full job description is available here: ***************************************

Number of Vacancies: 1 Employment Status: Full Time, Temporary Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/301/8 Salary Range: $25.99 per hour ($54,075 annually) School of Engineering and Applied sciences (SEAS) at University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is currently in need of a responsible individual to fill the position of postdoctoral research associate for a federally funded research and education center. Our newly started Center of Nanotechnology Research and Education (CNRE) is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to assist in multiple center activities. CNRE provides opportunities to work in exciting and high impact research fields such as nanoscale electronics, spintronics, solar cells, and metamaterials. A successful candidate will be supervised by experienced and internationally renowned faculty advisors. The postdoctoral candidate may have an opportunity to work in collaboration with nearby National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and other industrial partners and will have the ability to build their network for career advancement. This position is primarily a temporary/training position in which the incumbent plays a substantive role in planning and conducting research by using quantitative and qualitative methods to collect, analyze and report data activities. In collaboration with the Principal Investigator, this role will participate in the planning of independent research, will analyze and interpret data, will publish results, will represent the university at conferences and meetings, and may develop new theories and methodologies. This position may also help the Principal Investigator to lead and direct the work of lower level research staff. This role performs work under the supervision of experienced researchers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Conducts high quality research in the area of interest; * Works closely with graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to joint projects; * Participates with teaching and outreach activities and programs; * Presents and publishes research findings at conferences and peer reviewed publications; * Prepares progress reports for the funding sources; * Conducts research in the area of experimental molecular spintronics devices and nanoscale materials-based devices and sensors. These nanoscale devices and sensors will be investigated for fundamental understanding and applications in related areas. * Makes devices using micro nanofabrication tools such as photolithography and thin film depositions with sputtering machine. * Nanoscale characterization with a variety of tools, e.g. Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), SEM, electrical transport, and spectroscopy instruments. * Low temperature transport or low temperature materials and device characterization. * Magnetic property testing Minimum Job Requirements * Doctoral degree in the related field * Highly self-motivated and proactive, with exemplary problem-solving skills. * Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams * Strong oral and written communication skills Information to Applicant Condition of Employment: This is a sponsored program appointment. The duration of this appointment is subject to grant fund availability. Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit. Employment Benefits: Depending upon length of appointment, selectee may or may not be eligible for full benefits such as health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and may not be eligible for the University of the District of Columbia's retirement plan (TIAA). Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application. Visa Sponsorship: While at this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B), we encourage and will consider individuals in an eligible OPT. Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace. Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation. Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required. Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management only. Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at **************. The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit: ****************************************************** .

REQUIRED: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); strong analytical/coding skills; quantitative and programming skills in Python and R; and strong time and project management skills, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. PREFERRED: Enthusiasm for developing or applying cutting-edge machine learning methods to understand/find solutions to real world problems. Please apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Questions should be directed to ***************. Application review and interviews will be conducted in January and early February 2026. Preferred start date is June 1st, 2026, with some flexibility, and an employment term of one to two years. 11/18/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on projects in economics and applied machine learning / artificial intelligence. This position offers the opportunity to gain exposure to and training in a broad set of statistical methods and economic research topics. Predoctoral Researchers will engage directly in the research process, and implement complete project pipelines covering data processing, machine learning, and statistical inference. Predoctoral Researchers will work on research projects with Professors Sendhil Mullainathan and Ashesh Rambachan along with their co-authors at MIT, the University of Chicago, Harvard University and other institutions. The role will entail close collaboration with all stages of the research process on projects that integrate machine learning / artificial intelligence and economics. These positions will be part of BikeShop@MIT, an interdisciplinary lab that integrates computing and economics to build algorithms that make people and the world better. The full job description is here: ****************************************************************************************************************************************************************

REQUIRED: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, and social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); and strong analytical skills, coding skills in Stata, attention to detail, and communication skills. This is a full-time position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. An employment term of one to two years is expected, with a preferred start of June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is ideally suited to those planning to attend graduate school in economics, computer science, data science or a related field. The deadline to apply is December 1st 2025. The full job description is here: ************************************************************************************************************************************************************************* Please apply online by submitting the following materials in a single PDF attachment uploaded on the next page in the "submit resume section" and titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf" (also please select "no cover letter" on that next page). The single PDF should include a Cover letter describing your interest in the position, relevant skills, including knowledge of Stata, and research experience and qualifications; Resume, please include your GPA and (if available) your class rank; transcripts; (encouraged) a writing sample (and/or a piece of stata code you wrote). This could be from a thesis / independent research project, or part of a previous RA experience. Questions should be directed to ****************. We will review all applications and interview candidates on a rolling basis. Revised 11/14/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on research projects in in labor economics, studying imperfect competition as well as the role of institutions (e.g. governments, unions) in regulating labor market inequality; gain exposure to and training in a broad set of economic research topics and methods; work on research projects with faculty at MIT and MIT Sloan: Nina Roussille and Anna Stansbury; engage directly in the research process and implement complete project pipelines covering data cleaning, processing and analysis as well as research and grant writing; and meet regularly with Professors to discuss their work, exchange ideas and receive feedback.

REQUIRED: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); strong quantitative and programming skills; time and project management skills, with high accuracy of details; ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretio. PREFERRED: Knowledge of Stata, Matlab, R, GIS, and/or Python and research experience, acquired through an RA-ship or an independent research project. Preferred start date is July 1st, 2026 with some flexibility. An employment term of 1-2 years is expected. Please apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Direct questions to David Atkin or Dave Donaldson. A full copy of the job description can be viewed here. 10/22/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on a few new and ongoing research projects in the fields of industrial policy, international trade and development economics, under the guidance of Professor David Atkin or Professor Dave Donaldson. These positions offer the opportunity to gain exposure to and training in a broad set of economic research topics and methodologies. Specific responsibilities include collating, cleaning and organizing data, analyzing data using statistical software, presenting results, extending theoretical frameworks, and editing papers for publication. Data analysis work will include analyzing large datasets, including administrative datasets, credit registries, meteorological data and satellite imagery. They will be fully integrated into the research community at MIT. Attending seminars encouraged. The position is ideally suited to those planning to attend graduate school in economics.

REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); strong quantitative and programming skills, time and project management skills and high accuracy of details; and ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion. PREFERRED: Knowledge of Python, Stata or R; research experience; and experience working with large data sets. Preferred start date is June 1st, 2026, with some flexibility. An employment term of 1-2 years is expected. Please apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Direct questions to Lindsey Raymond at ****************. 10/22/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support all stages of the research process on projects at the intersection of artificial intelligence, labor markets, and economics, investigating how the rapid adoption of AI is transforming work, and how algorithmic decision-making shapes markets; gain exposure to and training in a broad set of research topics in economics and computer science; and be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data, natural language processing, and editing papers for publication. They will be fully integrated into the research community at MIT. The position is ideally suited to those planning to attend graduate school in economics, computer science, or a related field.

REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); and strong quantitative and programming skills in Python and R, time and project management skills, and excellent attention to detail. Preferred start date is June 1st, 2026 with some flexibility. An employment term of 1-2 years is expected. Apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Questions should be directed to ***************. We will review all applications at the end of November and interviews will be conducted in December/January. Revised 10/15/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on research projects in the fields of econometrics and applied machine learning/artificial intelligence with Professor Ashesh Rambachan. This position offers the opportunity to gain exposure to and training in a broad set of statistical methods and economic research topics. Will engage directly in the research process and implement complete project pipelines covering data processing, machine learning, and statistical inference; work on research projects with Professor Ashesh Rambachan and his co-authors at MIT, the University of Chicago, Harvard University and other institutions; and collaborate with all stages of the research process on projects in the fields of econometrics and applied machine learning / artificial intelligence. Full job description is available here: ***************************************************************************************************************************************************

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field; general knowledge of fusion-grade plasma physics; strong experimental, analytical, and programming skills; and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment. PREFERRED: Hands-on experience with microwave or millimeter-wave systems, RF electronics, or plasma diagnostics. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. 11/25/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center, to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced plasma diagnostic systems for magnetic fusion experiments; focus on plasma reflectometry and related millimeter-wave technologies, including systems to be deployed in the SPARC tokamak; design, test, and operate millimeter-wave and reflectometry systems for plasma measurements; develop data acquisition and analysis tools; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at MIT and partner institutions on diagnostic integration and commissioning; and contribute to publications and conference presentations in the field of fusion diagnostics.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Plasma Science, Computer Science, or a related field; familiarity with large-scale data management, curation, and FAIR data principles; experience with plasma physics, MHD stability, or fusion energy research preferred; experience conducting original scientific research as well as publishing in scientific journals; demonstrated skills in scientific programming (Python preferred), workflow automation, and/or control system integration; strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-institutional environment, including staff and students from MIT, other universities, national laboratories, and private industry; and commitment to mentoring and outreach in support of a diverse research community. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. The appointment is initially for two years and renewable annually, based upon satisfactory performance. The position location will be either in San Diego, CA at General Atomics or on campus at MIT. The final location will be determined once a candidate has been selected. 10/20/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to carry out fundamental and applied research in support of the Fusion Energy Data Ecosystem and Repository (FEDER) FIRE collaborative, targeting the creation and implementation of a scalable data infrastructure for fusion energy research; work in the Disruptions group (***************************** and focus on data management and workflow development, integrating diverse data sources (including simulation, experimental, and engineering data), and ensuring compliance with data standards, besides leading/supporting applications development and experiment realizations on DIII-D and international tokamaks; support the creation and validation of machine learning models, particularly in areas like plasma disruption and stability, and plasma-material interaction, and ensure these models are fully integrated into FEDER for use across the fusion energy community; make original research contributions to the PSFC program; produce work for publication, present work at scientific conferences, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Atmospheric science, Civil and Environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field; knowledge of and demonstrated skillset in physics-informed machine learning, numerical weather prediction, regional climate modeling, computational fluid dynamics, computer programming, high performance computing, data analysis, and technical writing; ability to work and communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary research team; track record of publications and scientific output; ability to work independently; and excellent organizational, analytical, and writing skills. PREFERRED: background in energy, power system modeling, and/or uncertainty quantification. To apply, please submit the following to Prof. Howland (****************) with [MCGC] in the subject line: Cover letter describing your relevant experience, scholarly interests, and preferred start date; Curriculum vitae & relevant publications; and 2-3 references (names and contact information). 11/17/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) - Howland Lab, is a one-year Postdoctoral Scholar position supported in part by the flagship MIT Climate Grand Challenge project "Preparing for a new world of weather and climate extremes," a project which is co-lead by the Howland Lab and will join a collaborative group of Postdoctoral, PhD, SM, MEng, and undergraduate researchers in the Howland Lab and MIT Parsons Laboratory. Meeting escalating energy demand from emerging uses, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers, will require an unprecedented scale-up in low-cost and reliable energy infrastructure, especially renewable energy generation, transmission, and energy storage. Minimizing the cost of maintaining a reliable balance between electricity supply and demand is critical to integrating renewable energy generation at scale. Meanwhile, the rapidly changing climate and extreme events are increasing the complexity of ensuring reliability in energy systems. Critically, there are major uncertainties in the future weather patterns on which energy systems depend. This project will integrate high-resolution climate model downscaling, based on dynamical modeling and generative AI, with high-fidelity energy system modeling to address key challenges at the interface between climate change mitigation and adaptation emerging in modern power systems.

REQUIRED: PhD in Physics or Mechanical Engineering or related area. The position will remain open until qualified candidates are hired. Candidates interested in the position should submit a cover letter that states which project they are interested in, their suitability for that specific project, and the date of their availability; a CV that includes a complete list of publications; and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. 11/17/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to join a team to conduct research in support of the newly awarded Army Research Office sponsored Program to develop an Equation of State and Constitutive Thermodynamic and Transport Relations of 3He, 4Heand 3He-4He mixture; and systematically develop equations of state and thermodynamic constitutive relations for the heliums (3He and 4He) and their mixtures over a temperature range from 10 mK to 300 K and a pressure range of 0 to 30 bar (where these substances are fluid). The project will also have a parallel effort to measure, catalog and characterize the transport properties of the heliums over the same pressure and temperature range. The successful candidates will work in the Cryogenics group at the PSFC. Two post-docs will focus on the Thermodynamic task, and two on the Transport task.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Plasma Science, Computer Science, or a related field; experience with plasma physics, MHD stability, or fusion energy research; familiarity with large-scale data management, curation, FAIR data principles, and machine learning; experience conducting original scientific research as well as publishing in scientific journals; demonstrated skills in scientific programming (Python preferred, JAX desirable), and control system integration (C/C++ familiarity); strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-institutional environment, including staff and students from MIT, other universities, national laboratories, and private industry; and commitment to mentoring and outreach in support of a diverse research community. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. The position will be 100% off-campus at General Atomics (GA) in San Diego, CA, working in close coordination with GA researchers and MIT collaborators, including Columbia University, UCSD, and UCI. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. 11/12/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to carry out fundamental and applied research in support of integrated core and edge MHD instability control for metallic wall tokamaks; work in the Disruptions group and focus on the application and controllability quantification of real-time solutions for avoiding and preventing off-normal events, e.g. tearing and neoclassical tearing modes in metal-wall scenarios; support the creation and validation of machine learning (ML) and hybrid physics + ML models to monitor and control the proximity to stability boundaries, their compliance with open and FAIR principles, besides leading/supporting experiments at DIII-D and international tokamaks; make original research contributions to the PSFC program; produce work for publication; present work at scientific conferences; and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

REQUIRED: Candidates must have a doctoral degree in economics, education, public policy, political science, computer science, or a related field. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of conducting microeconomic analysis and measuring the welfare impact of government policies using a public economic toolkit. Candidates must have strong management, communication, and technical skills. The Postdoctoral Associate will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually. An employment term of at least two years is strongly preferred. The expected starting salary range is competitive with the market. MIT can sponsor visa for this position. The position is based at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA. 10/14/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, POLICY IMPACTS, Economics, to conduct economic analysis on the welfare impacts of government policies; be part of Policy Impacts, an organization co-founded by Professor Hendren that is dedicated to improving the quality of government decision-making by promoting standardization in policy analysis; and work closely with Nathaniel Hendren and a range of collaborators at other universities along with a research team of pre-doctoral fellows based at MIT. The full job description is available here: *********************************************************************

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in Chemistry by the start date; strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics; and excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. PREFERRED: Experience with DFT or quantum-chemical calculations. This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based on funding and performance. Applications must contain: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV), and 3) a one-page research plan that reflects the candidates research interest relevant to job ad. These items must be submitted as a single PDF file. Due to volume, no documents willbeaccepted via email. 11/4/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Chemistry, to join the laboratory of Prof. Robert J. Gilliard, Jr. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); work on projects related to small-molecule activation; conduct synthetic methods that involve stoichiometric, catalytic, photocatalytic, or electrochemical bond activation strategies and advanced chemical synthesis and various characterization methods, including but not limited to use of an inert atmosphere glovebox and Schlenk line, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and X-ray crystallography; ensure appropriate research record-keeping and data management; maintain laboratory instrumentation; and serve as a mentor and resource for junior lab members.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in immunology, glycobiology, synthetic biology, or a related area; experience managing an independent research project to completion and publication; a track record of innovation; excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills; and ability to learn quickly, function both independently and as part of a team, and work with a variety of people from all backgrounds and at all levels of training. PREFERRED: expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry, in vitro or in vivo immune models, animal models, human immunology, functional genomics (e.g., CRISPR screens), and/or single cell transcriptomics. Job #24315 Reopened 7/8/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Koch Institute (KI) for Integrative Cancer Research-Stark Lab, to lead cutting-edge projects to better understand cancer immunology and develop new immunotherapies. To accomplish this, lab projects involve approaches from molecular and synthetic biology, immunology, glycobiology, and biological engineering. Experimental approaches used in the lab include cloning/molecular biology, protein engineering and biochemistry, mammalian cell/tissue culture, flow cytometry, next-generation sequencing, transcriptomics, and animal models of disease. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in exploring a frontier area of immunobiology to impact cancer and immune therapy while working with other passionate scientists in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment. The Stark Lab is committed to maintaining a work environment that encourages and values contributions by individuals from all backgrounds and lived experiences. In addition to professional development opportunities within the lab, will be able to take advantage of close ties to vibrant scientific communities across MIT, at the Ragon and Broad Institutes, and at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

REQUIRED: PhD in Political Science, Environmental Science, Sociology, Anthropology, History, Economics, Psychology, Computer Science, and related fields earned after September 1, 2023; and exceptional scholarly achievement and promise for policy-relevant research in international studies. To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your research interests and a CV including a list of publications through MIT's hiring site here. Additionally, upload the following materials to this form: Research proposal (maximum 1000 words), dissertation abstract with Table of Contents, one writing sample (published article or dissertation chapter), proof of PhD completion or a letter from the dissertation advisor indicating anticipated completion by June 30, 2026, and two letters of reference that should be sent directly by the referees to ******************** (Subject: Applicant's Name). Review of applications begins October 15, 2025, and continues until the position is filled. The appointment starts August 1, 2026, for one year, with the potential for a one-year extension and is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. If you have any questions about our postdoctoral program, please email ********************. 9/2/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE (2 positions), Center for International Studies (CIS), to conduct policy-relevant research in global development. Will advance research on international, transnational, comparative, and global issues, and involves collaboration with faculty and graduate students. Areas of interest include global challenges such as climate adaptation, environmental degradation, artificial intelligence, inequality reduction, building just societies, conflict resolution, global governance, democratic erosion, health access, and science policy. The full job description is available here.

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. degree in Chemistry by start date; strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics; and excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based on funding and performance. Applications must contain: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV), and 3) a one-page research plan that reflects the candidates research interest relevant to job ad. These items must be submitted as a single PDF file. Due to volume, no documents will be accepted via email. 11/4/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Chemistry, to join the laboratory of Prof. Robert J. Gilliard, Jr. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); work on projects related to the design, synthesis, and photophysical properties of near-infrared absorbing and emitting dyes for bioimaging and optoelectronic materials; conduct advanced synthetic techniques, including small-scale work, inert-atmosphere synthesis, multi-step reaction sequences, and chromatography and various characterization methods including but not limited to, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, time correlated single photon counting, quantum yield measurements, cyclic voltammetry, and X-ray crystallography; ensure appropriate research record-keeping and data management; maintain laboratory instrumentation; and serve as a mentor and resource for junior lab members.