Research Assistant I - Molecular and Cellular Biology

Harvard University’s Psychology Lab in Cambridge seeks a Research Assistant I to support research projects in the social sciences. This position offers the chance to work directly with ongoing studies and gain experience in a university research environment. Main responsibilities Assist with data collection for laboratory studies Conduct literature reviews to support research directions Help with experimental design and setup Who will thrive in this role This position is a strong fit for those interested in practical research experience in psychology or related disciplines. It provides hands-on involvement in lab work and exposure to the daily operations of a university research team.

Join our team as a Research Lab Technician where you will play a crucial role in supporting innovative research projects within a dynamic laboratory environment. You will be responsible for conducting experiments, collecting data, and assisting in the development of cutting-edge technologies.

About the Role The Access to Justice Lab at Harvard University is hiring a full-time Research Assistant I. This role supports research focused on improving access to justice. The position is based in Cambridge. What You Will Do Assist with research projects that study access to justice issues Support data collection, analysis, and reporting Contribute to policy analysis and related tasks as needed Who This Role Suits This position fits individuals interested in starting a career in social justice research or policy analysis. Recent graduates and those seeking hands-on experience in an academic research setting are encouraged to apply.

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 Harvard University as a Research Assistant I in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. In this pivotal role, you will support groundbreaking research projects that advance our understanding of biological processes at the molecular level. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading scientists, gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge laboratory techniques, and contribute to innovative scientific discoveries.

About Us At Flagship Pioneering, we are at the forefront of biotechnology innovation. Our mission is to create and nurture transformative companies that are dedicated to solving the world’s most pressing challenges. By assembling leading scientific experts and entrepreneurial visionaries, we empower groundbreaking advancements in human health and sustainability, spanning areas from precision cancer therapies to sustainable agricultural solutions. What distinguishes Flagship is our unique methodology that integrates life science innovation, enterprise creation, and strategic investment within a single framework. Our dedicated scientific founders, entrepreneurial leaders, and investment professionals collaborate effectively, driving an institutionalized process that fosters innovation and delivers significant benefits to society and the environment. Many of our portfolio companies have made substantial contributions to global health and sustainability, including mass COVID-19 vaccination efforts, curing chronic diseases, enhancing overall health, and developing resilient agricultural practices. Flagship has received prestigious accolades, including placements on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list and recognition as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Our Lab IT and Research Systems teams are committed to facilitating scientific breakthroughs throughout the Flagship ecosystem by providing robust, scalable, and secure technological solutions that support both laboratory and computational research. We work in close partnership with our research teams to optimize their tools, systems, and environments to enhance productivity, reproducibility, and innovation. Position Overview The Lab Systems Analyst I plays a key role in overseeing the management, reliability, and improvement of laboratory and research systems across Flagship’s internal and portfolio companies. This position emphasizes the maintenance of effective lab system environments, ensuring secure and compliant data handling, and supporting integrations that streamline the capture, storage, and analysis of scientific data. We seek a candidate who combines foundational IT support experience with a keen interest in scientific systems, cloud infrastructure, and data workflows. The Lab Systems Analyst will collaborate closely with Lab IT, Research Systems, and scientific teams to ensure laboratory environments are robust and aligned with research objectives. Key Responsibilities Lab Systems Management Assist in the administration and lifecycle management of lab systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.

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 our innovative team at Lila Sciences as an AI Lab Research Engineer. In this role, you will contribute to cutting-edge AI research and development, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of our laboratory systems. Your expertise will help drive forward our mission to revolutionize scientific research through artificial intelligence.

Job Summary:The Research Assistant III will play a vital role in the Ramanathan lab at Harvard University, collaborating closely with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. This position involves conducting scientific experiments in the specialized field of stem cell biology and human development with a high degree of independence. The successful candidate will coordinate various facets of ongoing research projects, execute laboratory experiments using advanced techniques and equipment, and manage collaborations with external laboratories as necessary. This role may also include the training of new lab members in established scientific methods.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate multiple aspects of research projects and perform laboratory experiments utilizing specific techniques and equipment.Generate cortical tissue from various cell lines, including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells), embryonic stem cells, and a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) line.Conduct genetic modifications, manage passaging, and maintain both parental and modified fluorescent reporter lines.Utilize cell printing, optimize differentiation protocols for each cell line, and prepare tissues for shipment to collaborators working with primates.Prepare samples for single-cell transcriptomics and validate them using antibody staining techniques.Set up incubators and shakers, monitor differentiation processes, and establish a robust experimental pipeline.Collaborate with lab members on experimental design, protocol establishment, and the development of innovative laboratory techniques.Process, organize, summarize, and analyze data; report results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet, or statistical software applications.May provide training and guidance to others in laboratory techniques and procedures.Assist with laboratory maintenance tasks, including the procurement of equipment and supplies, liaising with vendors, and engaging in special projects as required.Working Conditions:This position is primarily performed in a laboratory environment on the Cambridge campus.Involves working with hazardous materials and human cell cultures.Physical Requirements:May require lifting, moving, and transporting research equipment.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Scientist I to join our dynamic team in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in scientific research, with a passion for innovation and problem-solving. This entry-level role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects and advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Join the innovative team at gt-bio as a Research Assistant and Laboratory Technician. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support cutting-edge research initiatives and contribute to our mission of advancing biotechnological innovations. Your responsibilities will include conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and collaborating closely with senior researchers.We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about scientific research and eager to learn. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills and grow your career in the biotech field.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research Associate I / Cell Culture Technician to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting our research initiatives through precise cell culture techniques and laboratory procedures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining cell lines, performing assays, and assisting in various research projects.

Join Zifo Technologies as a GxP Lab Computing Analyst, where you'll leverage your expertise to enhance laboratory systems within a regulated environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Your role will involve troubleshooting, validating, and optimizing lab computing solutions while supporting data integrity and regulatory requirements.

Make an Impact at Lila Sciences As a pivotal member of our Physical Sciences division, you will spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge simulation methodologies aimed at modeling transport phenomena, kinetics, rare events, and reaction networks. Your innovative approaches will be integrated with artificial intelligence platforms to facilitate groundbreaking materials discovery. Your contributions will be essential in predicting, designing, and managing the behaviors of intricate materials and molecular systems, leveraging the power of agentic AI. Collaborating with our diverse teams, including experts in machine learning and materials science, you will help bridge theoretical research and practical experimentation. What You Will Create Enhance and develop molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo algorithms to effectively capture rare events, non-equilibrium processes, transport phenomena, and intricate reaction networks. Create scalable simulation workflows that merge statistical mechanics techniques with machine-learned interatomic potentials and agentic AI systems. Devise methods for synchronizing dynamic simulations with experimental observations to enable automated lab verification and discovery. Work collaboratively with computational scientists, machine learning specialists, and platform engineers to elevate the accuracy and scalability of simulation-driven material discoveries. Establish reproducible and modular software pipelines for statistical mechanics and dynamics simulations, optimized for high-performance computing and cloud environments. Qualifications for Success A PhD or equivalent research/industry experience in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related fields. A robust background in statistical mechanics, free energy calculations, reaction mapping, non-equilibrium dynamics, and rare-event sampling techniques. Proven expertise in molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo simulations, and/or kinetic simulation software frameworks (e.g., LAMMPS, GROMACS, OpenMM, HOOMD). Strong programming skills and experience in scientific computing (Python, C/C++, MPI, CUDA, etc.). Experience in executing and automating simulations on high-performance computing (HPC) and/or cloud platforms at scale. Bonus Qualifications A solid publication record showcasing the application of advanced statistical mechanics or dynamics simulations to molecular and materials systems, including molecular/biomolecular systems and solid-state materials and interfaces. Experience in integrating dynamics simulations with data-driven, AI-based, and/or agentic frameworks.

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.

Your Role at Lila SciencesJoin our innovative Physical Sciences division, where you will spearhead the development of intelligent agent-driven systems designed to enhance AI-accelerated and AI-orchestrated process engineering across diverse industrial applications. In this pivotal role, your mission will be to create methodologies empowering AI agents to reason, design, simulate, optimize, and operate complex physical and chemical processes using both traditional and machine learning-driven process engineering tools. You will focus on building agentic infrastructures that facilitate AI systems in planning and executing multi-step process engineering workflows, which include process synthesis, flowsheet generation, steady-state and dynamic simulation, control strategy design, and techno-economic evaluation. Your contributions will significantly influence how Lila's scientific superintelligence addresses real-world challenges through closed-loop autonomous process engineering.Your ContributionsDesign and implement agentic frameworks supporting comprehensive process engineering workflows, encompassing process setup, simulation, optimization, and analysis.Create AI agents capable of autonomously planning, executing, and refining process engineering tasks utilizing existing tools such as steady-state and dynamic simulators, optimizers, and data systems.Investigate agentic strategies for advanced objectives, including process intensification, control co-design, real-time optimization, and closed-loop learning informed by operational data.Enhance the robustness, interpretability, and reproducibility of agent-driven process engineering workflows; develop internal tools for debugging, observability, validation, and auditability.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to apply agentic process engineering across a wide range of industrial applications.

Join our team at Integrated Resources Inc. as an Associate Research Scientist, where you will contribute to cutting-edge research projects that impact real-world applications. We are looking for passionate individuals eager to innovate and collaborate in a dynamic environment. In this role, you will support senior scientists in the design and execution of experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in scientific research.

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Scientist I to join our innovative team at Integrated Resources Inc. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and development projects. You will work closely with experienced scientists to support various laboratory activities, including experimental design, data collection, and analysis.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Associate to join our dynamic team at Integrated Resources, Inc. As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in conducting research, analyzing data, and supporting various projects that contribute to the advancement of our organization’s goals.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with cross-functional teams, preparing reports, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development in a fast-paced environment.