About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to pioneering research and education that facilitates a safe and beneficial transition to advanced artificial intelligence systems. Our mission is to produce original research and expedite AI safety initiatives through fellowship programs.Following the successful launch of our AI Safety Research Fellowship in 2025, where our inaugural cohort made significant contributions including a spotlight paper at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and placements at prestigious conferences such as ICLR, we are poised for rapid growth in 2026. We are excited to introduce the inaugural AIxBio Research Fellowship, which will apply our mentor-driven research model to the critical intersection of AI and biosecurity.We invite you to refer candidates and earn a $5,000 reward for any successful hires.

About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a pioneering nonprofit research organization dedicated to promoting research and education aimed at facilitating a safe and beneficial transition to advanced AI systems. Our mission is realized through original research efforts and the acceleration of AI safety initiatives via our fellowship programs.Since our inaugural summer fellowship cohort, we have successfully published innovative research, including a spotlight paper at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and accepted papers at ICLR. Some of our talented fellows have secured positions at organizations such as Goodfire and Redwood Research. Following our successful launch in 2025, we are rapidly expanding in 2026, planning to host multiple fellowship cycles (Fall, Spring, and Summer), double the fellowship cohort, and quadruple our team size.We invite you to refer candidates to us, and earn $5,000 upon their successful hiring.The RoleAs the foundational organizer of CBAI's AIxBio Research Fellowship, you will play a crucial role at the intersection of AI and biosecurity. You will take charge of the strategic and operational vision of the AIxBio program, oversee the AIxBio Research Managers, lead mentor recruitment, and cultivate the AIxBio fellowship into a sustainable and impactful research environment in Cambridge. Collaborating closely with CBAI's Director of Programs and organizational leaders, you will ensure the AIxBio program aligns with CBAI's broader mission and infrastructure, as well as with the CBAI AI safety fellowship program.Program Strategy & Development (0.7 FTE)Own the strategic vision and drive continuous improvement of the AIxBio Research Fellowship across all cycles.Design the program comprehensively, from the fellow selection process to integrating stakeholder feedback into program design.Establish program structures—mentor matching, fellow selection criteria, research goal frameworks, and cohort programming—in collaboration with CBAI's Research Program Associate and research managers.Develop evaluation frameworks to assess fellow outcomes and program effectiveness.Identify and pursue opportunities to enhance CBAI's presence within the Cambridge biosecurity research community.Collaborate with CBAI program leadership to ensure cross-program alignment and coherence.

This is a part-time position tailored for researchers, postdoctoral fellows, or professionals eager to contribute to the AIxBio fellowship while balancing other commitments.About the Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI)The Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative is a nonprofit research organization dedicated to advancing research and education aimed at ensuring that society safely and beneficially transitions to advanced AI systems. Our mission includes producing original research and accelerating AI safety initiatives through innovative fellowship programs.Following the successful launch of our AI Safety Research Fellowship in 2025, which saw its inaugural cohort publish significant findings at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and contribute to prestigious conferences like ICLR, we are poised for rapid expansion in 2026. We are introducing the AIxBio Research Fellowship, applying our high-touch, mentorship-driven research approach to the critical intersection of AI and biosecurity.The Role OverviewAs a Research Manager, you will collaborate closely with fellows, mentors, biosecurity researchers, AI safety experts, and academic and industry leaders to facilitate pioneering research at the confluence of AI and biosecurity. Your responsibilities will involve evaluating capabilities in biological systems, developing regulatory frameworks to mitigate dual-use research risks, and addressing other research priorities related to AI-enabled biosecurity threats. We welcome candidates with either technical research expertise or experience in policy and governance research. For the ideal candidate, we are flexible with the role's scope and compensation.Research Management Responsibilities (0.7 FTE)Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with fellows, providing essential feedback on their research progress and assistance in overcoming challenges, including refining research designs, creating literature frameworks, and supporting data collection and analysis.Offer in-depth feedback on fellows' research and contribute to fostering an environment that encourages rigor and clarity.Connect fellows with relevant resources, literature, and opportunities in the field of AI and biosecurity during and after their fellowship.Collaborate with fellows' mentors to establish clear research objectives and facilitate the progression of fellows' research projects.Assist in the selection of fellows by reviewing applications and conducting interviews.

About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a pioneering nonprofit research organization committed to fostering research and education aimed at ensuring a safe and beneficial transition to advanced artificial intelligence systems. Our initiatives encompass producing original research and propelling AI safety research through innovative fellowship programs.Our inaugural summer fellowship cohort has already achieved significant milestones, including the publication of a spotlight paper at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and accepted papers at ICLR, with some fellows securing positions at Goodfire and Redwood Research. Following a successful launch in 2025, we are poised for rapid growth in 2026, planning to host multiple fellowship cycles (Fall, Spring, and Summer), double the fellowship cohort, and quadruple our team.Refer us candidates, and receive a $5,000 reward if they are hired.The RoleAs the Fellowship Operations Associate, you will be integral to the operational framework of CBAI's fellowship programs, ensuring that fellows, mentors, and staff can perform at their best without obstacles. Your responsibilities will encompass daily logistics, such as coordinating meals and A/V setups for speaker events, as well as organizing social and community events that make CBAI an attractive place to work. You will manage vendor relationships, coordinate spaces and resources across fellowship cycles, and guarantee the smooth execution of all events, from informal reading groups to full-cohort poster days. This position offers a high level of ownership and visibility; when operations run smoothly, the impact is evident, and when challenges arise, you will be the problem-solver.Fellowship Operations (0.7 FTE)Oversee daily operational logistics during active fellowship cycles, including meal coordination, A/V setup for speaker events, and collaboration with the Operations Site Manager at our Harvard Square officeSource, book, and manage venues for fellowship events, including workshops, speaker series, poster days, and other program milestonesCoordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for visiting speakers and mentorsManage relationships with vendors and contractors, including sourcing new vendors, negotiating terms, and ensuring quality and reliability over timeProcure and manage supplies, equipment, and resources necessary to support fellows and staff

We are excited to offer a competitive compensation package for the right candidate.About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a groundbreaking nonprofit research organization dedicated to advancing research and education aimed at ensuring a safe and beneficial transition to advanced AI systems. Our initiatives focus on producing original research and accelerating AI safety research through innovative fellowship programs.Since launching our inaugural summer fellowship cohort, we have successfully published a spotlight paper at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and achieved acceptance of papers at ICLR. Several of our fellows have joined esteemed organizations such as Goodfire and Redwood Research. Following a successful launch in 2025, we’re poised for rapid growth in 2026, with plans to host multiple fellowship cycles, double our fellowship cohort, and quadruple our team size.CBAI has been a pivotal organization for AI safety in Cambridge since late 2022, acting as a hub that connects the AI safety research community across Harvard, MIT, and Northeastern. We organize workshops, convenings, and networking events that unite researchers, students, and practitioners to address the most critical challenges in the field.If you know potential candidates, refer them to us and receive a $5,000 reward upon their hiring.The RoleIn this role, you will oversee CBAI's external events and workshop portfolio, transforming Cambridge into a vibrant gathering point for AI safety researchers while fostering the development of the next generation of talent in the field. Your responsibilities encompass three interconnected areas: enhancing and scaling the Harvard-MIT AI Safety Workshops hosted in Essex, MA; organizing monthly city-level networking events; and sourcing, designing, and executing high-profile specialized research workshops in collaboration with Harvard, MIT, and Northeastern research groups. This position requires a blend of community strategy and operational execution; you will be equally adept at designing workshop curricula in partnership with student group leaders as you are at negotiating venue contracts or coordinating speaker travel logistics.

The ReBuild Initiative at Harvard University is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support our mission of innovation and community rebuilding. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and ensuring seamless communication between team members and external stakeholders. As the Executive Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the efficiency of our operations and the success of our initiatives.

The Research Analyst position at Harvard University centers on supporting research projects through thorough analysis and thoughtful insights. This role is located in Cambridge and contributes directly to the university's ongoing research efforts. Key Responsibilities Carry out detailed analyses to advance active research initiatives Offer insights that inform strategies and assist decision-making across several departments Location This position is based on-site in Cambridge.

Role Overview Harvard University is seeking a full-time Research Assistant in Cambridge. This role supports ongoing research projects and fosters collaboration with faculty and students across disciplines. What You Will Do Assist with research initiatives led by faculty members Work closely with students and staff in a team setting Contribute to the advancement of research goals within the university Location This position is based on campus in Cambridge.

Join the dynamic team at the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University as a Senior Research Analyst (SRA). CEPR is dedicated to revolutionizing education through rigorous research and data-driven decisions, ensuring that educational leaders make informed choices that benefit all students. As part of our commitment to advancing academic success, the SRA will play a pivotal role in analyzing educational trends and outcomes across the nation.The Senior Research Analyst will oversee and contribute to vital research initiatives focused on various educational subjects, including college and career readiness, effective literacy strategies, high-quality curricula, charter school evaluation, and the impact of educational technology. The findings from these studies will not only enhance student performance but will also drive a paradigm shift in data utilization within the education sector. Responsibilities will encompass developing analytic plans, proposing research projects, conducting independent analyses with minimal oversight, crafting reports for diverse audiences, leading technical presentations, and supporting grant applications.Key Responsibilities:Research Analysis:Initiate and lead innovative research analyses by formulating research questions, identifying policies for evaluation, and determining suitable methodologies.Create detailed pre-analysis plans that outline key variables and deliverables, fostering transparency and alignment with open science standards.Collect and respond to feedback from faculty and senior researchers to refine research processes.Manage and process extensive longitudinal datasets, ensuring data quality and integrity.Contribute to the education field by providing insightful analyses and actionable recommendations.

Join Artech Information Systems LLC as a Scientist and be a part of groundbreaking research initiatives in the heart of Cambridge. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects, collaborate with a team of experts, and advance your career in a dynamic environment.

We are open to hiring for this role at various levels of expertise. For the right candidate, this position can be structured as a Senior Research Manager, with compensation tailored to experience and the anticipated scope of work, potentially exceeding the listed pay rate.About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a nonprofit research organization dedicated to promoting research and education aimed at facilitating a safe and beneficial transition to advanced AI systems. Our efforts include generating original research and accelerating AI safety initiatives through our fellowship programs.Our first summer fellowship cohort has already published significant papers at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and had accepted papers at ICLR. Additionally, some fellows have transitioned to roles at Goodfire and Redwood Research. Following a successful launch in 2025, we are poised for rapid expansion in 2026, with plans to host multiple fellowship cycles (Fall, Spring, and Summer), double our fellowship cohort, and quadruple our team size.Refer candidates to us and earn $5,000 if they are hired.The RoleIn this role, you will collaborate closely with research fellows and their esteemed mentors—renowned researchers from Cambridge and beyond—to support pioneering work on interpretability, AI control, formal verification for provably safe AI, evaluations, and various aspects of AI governance and policy. We are looking for research managers with experience in both technical research and governance and policy research.Research Management Responsibilities (0.7 FTE)Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with fellows to provide constructive feedback on research progress, assist in overcoming challenges, and coach them through issues such as debugging research methodologies and preparing literature scaffolds, as well as supporting data collection, analysis, and methodology development for experiments and hypothesis testing.Offer feedback on fellows' research and help cultivate an environment that encourages rigorous approaches among them.Connect fellows with relevant resources, literature, and opportunities available during and after the fellowship program.Facilitate communication between fellows and their mentors to ensure a supportive research ecosystem.

At RAND Europe, we are dedicated to enhancing policy and decision-making through meticulous research and analysis. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, our commitment to the public interest drives us to complete over 200 impactful projects each year, shaping policies and practices for the greater good.Our diverse team of approximately 200 professionals operates across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and The Hague. Representing 22 nationalities and speaking more than 20 languages, our staff spans 31 academic disciplines, providing unique insights through multi- and inter-disciplinary research approaches for our government, foundation, and NGO clients.The Data Science Lab at RAND Europe serves as our center of excellence, focusing on the application of innovative data science tools and techniques. From artificial intelligence adoption to applied statistics, we are at the forefront of transforming research methodologies. We seek passionate individuals eager to contribute to our mission of advancing data science and its applications.As a Research Data Scientist, you will engage in various research themes, encompassing data gathering, pipeline construction, analysis, modeling, and effective visualization of findings for diverse audiences. Your contributions will include the creation of research tools and workflows, such as AI-driven solutions and numerical models, to address both research and operational challenges. Collaborating within a cross-disciplinary team, you will leverage your skills to tackle complex technical problems.

Job Summary: The Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University is on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Research Manager. This pivotal role involves overseeing and enhancing the analytical efforts of the Center, which collaborates with school districts, charter school networks, and state education agencies to apply rigorous research methodologies and data analysis to inform strategic management and policy decisions. CEPR is dedicated to revolutionizing education through research and evidence, and believes that all students can succeed when education leaders rely on data-driven decision-making rather than intuition or untested assumptions. The Senior Research Manager will play a crucial role in this mission by leading innovative quantitative research on key issues and developing agile research models that better equip education leaders. The selected candidate will spearhead the development, management, and execution of high-quality analyses on significant educational topics. This role will likely involve managing a research partnership with an education non-profit organization in the Philippines and its governmental partners, focusing on school improvement and research agenda development. Additionally, the Senior Research Manager will support various projects within CEPR and supervise Research Analysts across multiple initiatives.Duties & Responsibilities:As a Senior Research Manager, your primary responsibilities will include:Leading analytics across diverse projects throughout the research life cycle, which entails formulating research questions, designing studies, writing grant proposals, collecting data, conducting analyses, and authoring reports and academic papers.Managing research analysts while providing professional development and training workshops to enhance their research competencies and professional skills through mentorship and collaborative learning experiences.Delivering technical training to analysts and staff from local education agencies on research methodologies and appropriate statistical methods.Facilitating joint meetings for the research team, project directors, and principal investigators.Collaborating closely with executive leadership, principal investigators, and representatives from partner organizations to refine ideas and strategies for new projects, identifying funding opportunities, and designing research frameworks.Ensuring the effective execution of research projects by developing comprehensive work plans, adhering to project timelines, and coordinating tasks for ongoing and future CEPR projects.Building professional relationships of trust with internal and external stakeholders, including data administration personnel, program staff, and principal investigators.Ensuring the integrity and quality of all research outputs.

Join Scismic, a trailblazing biotech startup in Cambridge, MA, dedicated to developing groundbreaking mRNA-modulating therapies aimed at curing a wide array of genetic disorders. Our innovative platforms are being applied to address critical challenges in neurological diseases, heart conditions, and muscular dystrophies.Position Overview: We are seeking a Research Associate (RA-I or RA-II) who possesses a creative approach, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to help propel our therapeutic candidates towards clinical application. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients with serious unmet medical needs while working alongside our esteemed scientific team, including our visionary scientific co-founders. In this role, you will work closely with the in vivo pharmacology team to evaluate the effects of therapeutic lead candidates. The Research Associate will engage with animal models for rare genetic diseases, executing experiments that quantify molecular, cellular, and physiological outcomes, as well as supporting in vivo dosing studies and additional research activities within the in vivo pharmacology team. This position is ideal for a driven scientist eager to advance their knowledge in neuroscience, physiology, and gene therapy, all while contributing to the welfare of patients affected by rare diseases.

About the Role The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University seeks a Research Assistant I (Non-Lab) to join its team in Cambridge. This position supports research projects focused on international affairs, global security, energy, and environmental topics. What You Will Do Assist scholars and researchers with data collection, literature reviews, and analysis Support the preparation of research materials and reports Contribute to the study of issues shaping global security, energy policy, and environmental challenges Work Environment Work alongside leading experts in international affairs at Harvard University’s Belfer Center. Collaborate in a setting dedicated to impactful research and policy analysis.

Join Luminance, a pioneering AI firm in the UK that is transforming the legal sector. Recognized in Tech Nation’s Future Fifty list and awarded with two Queen’s Awards, Luminance stands at the forefront of advanced AI technology.We are seeking passionate and dedicated candidates with a robust academic background in Artificial Intelligence or a related discipline to enrich our R&D team in Cambridge. As a member of our agile team, you will be instrumental in prototyping, developing, and executing innovative solutions to complex AI challenges, while assessing output quality, efficiency, and feasibility in a data-driven environment.This position is open to recent graduates eager to learn and seasoned professionals with substantial experience in the field.If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but feel your skills or experience don’t fully match the job description, we encourage you to apply. At Luminance, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Your enthusiasm may be the key to our search for the right candidate, whether for this role or another!

Join eGenesis as a Senior Clinical Research AssociateAt eGenesis, we are at the forefront of innovation in biotechnology, developing human-compatible engineered organs to combat the critical global organ shortage. Our cutting-edge genome engineering platform allows for extensive gene modifications, effectively removing biological barriers and introducing protective human transgenes. Our leading program, EGEN-2784, involves a genetically engineered porcine kidney currently under a multi-patient Expanded Access study at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). We are proudly headquartered in Cambridge, MA, and are dedicated to making a significant impact on healthcare.We are currently in search of a highly skilled Senior Clinical Research Associate with over 4 years of experience in monitoring intricate clinical trials within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven expertise in managing investigative sites, conducting site qualifications, initiation, routine monitoring (both on-site and remote), and closeout visits while ensuring adherence to ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and study protocols. You will be tasked with overseeing site performance, preserving data integrity through source data verification and CRF review, and maintaining timely documentation in eTMF, CTMS, and EDC systems. Additionally, you will support site start-up activities, provide training for investigators and site staff, and offer operational guidance to academic medical centers, particularly those with limited IND experience. The right candidate will possess strong capabilities in identifying operational risks, implementing effective mitigation strategies, and managing high volumes of clinical data to uphold patient safety, data quality, and study compliance. Reporting to the Lead CRA or Clinical Operations leadership, you will execute monitoring strategies and facilitate consistent oversight of assigned sites. We value collaboration and are looking for a team player who can work closely with investigative sites and cross-functional teams to enhance enrollment, address operational challenges, and ensure inspection readiness.

Scholar Rock is a pioneering biopharmaceutical enterprise dedicated to the discovery, development, and delivery of transformative therapies for individuals with serious diseases that are significantly underserved. Renowned for its leadership in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins, Scholar Rock is committed to advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are essential. Over the last decade, the company has established a robust pipeline aimed at enhancing the standard of care for various conditions including neuromuscular diseases, cardiometabolic disorders, and cancer, where growth factor-targeted therapies can make a monumental difference. Scholar Rock stands out as the only organization to demonstrate clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted therapy in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Our dedication to exploring fundamentally novel therapeutic strategies is driven by the application of a proprietary platform that has yielded innovative monoclonal antibodies designed to modulate protein growth factors with remarkable selectivity. By leveraging advanced scientific approaches in historically neglected disease areas, Scholar Rock is committed to unlocking new opportunities for patients. Discover more about our mission at ScholarRock.com and connect with us on @ScholarRock and LinkedIn.Position Overview:The Medical Director, reporting to the VP of Clinical Research, will play a vital role in the early development team, responsible for steering clinical development initiatives for product candidates from IND to Proof-of-Concept. This role demands a highly driven physician scientist with hands-on experience in advancing product candidates aimed at delivering impactful medicines. The successful candidate will provide medical leadership for clinical development activities related to follow-on indications for apitegromab and new product candidates, aligning with corporate strategy.

Serif Biomedicines, Inc., based in Cambridge, MA, is a privately-held biotechnology company developing gene therapy approaches for diseases without current effective treatments. Founded by Flagship Pioneering, the company is part of a network that includes organizations such as Moderna, Syros Pharmaceuticals, and Evelo Biosciences. Role overview This Research Associate position centers on cell biology research, with a focus on understanding how nucleic acids function within cells. The role is laboratory-based and involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. What you will do Culture and maintain a range of cell lines, including immune and non-immune cells. Design, perform, and refine assays to study nucleic acid function in primary cells and established cell lines in vitro. Communicate experimental plans and results through presentations and written reports, maintaining thorough electronic lab records. Work both independently and as part of a diverse research team.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Scientist to join our innovative team in Cambridge. In this role, you will conduct groundbreaking research, analyze data, and contribute to the development of new solutions in our field. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive projects from ideation to execution, ensuring scientific rigor and excellence.