Research Associate II The Stevens Lab
Share
Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
General information
Location
Cambridge MA
Ref #
43925
Job Family
Research
Date published
03/27/2026
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
$58000.00/yr - $80667.00/yr
Description & Requirements
The Stevens lab is looking for a motivated and energetic Research Associate to join the neurobiologygroup at the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research. This is an exciting opportunity to support andcollaboratively develop new research into neuroimmune interactions brain development andgenetic risk factors for schizophrenia Alzheimers disease and other neurological disorders.
The Stevens lab uses animal and cell culture model systems to understand the development andfunctions of diverse brain cell types synapses and circuits. The lab collaborates widely across theneurobiology genetics and therapeutics divisions of the Stanley Center and with platformsprograms and investigators throughout the Broad Boston Childrens Hospital and beyond. Thesuccessful candidate will have exposure to a variety of projects and contribute towards the overallgoals of the Stanley Center to improve mental health through groundbreaking basic andtranslational research.
This position will contribute specifically to projects that use stem cell-derived glial and neuronalcultures to better understand glia-neuron interactions in health and disease. Candidates shouldpossess aBachelors degree in molecular or cell biology or a related field. Relevant knowledge andskills include cell culture & sterile technique; basic molecular & cell biology (e.g. PCRDNA/RNA/protein purification Western blotting); immunocytochemistry fluorescence microscopyand flow cytometry. Attention to detail careful note and record keeping and a team-orientedapproach are critical. This position will provide an outstanding foundation for a career in sciencemedicine or biotechnology.
In this position you will:
- Work with team members and collaborators to design and carry out experiments essential tothe groups collective success.
- Consult the literature supervisor and other scientific staff as needed to troubleshootexperiments.
- Prepare and maintain cell cultures including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) and derivedneurons and glia.
- Perform basic immunocytochemistry fluorescence microscopy and image analysis.
- Investigate learn and develop new methods and technologies that might be relevant to theproject.
- Attend and present at team meetings and contribute to experimental design andbrainstorming.
- Prepare and maintain stocks of necessary reagents solutions and supplies.
- Assist with equipment maintenance laboratory organization and training new lab members.
- Maintain detailed experimental records documentation and written protocols.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in molecular or cell biology neuroscience or a related field.
- Excellent communication organization and time management skills.
- High level of initiative and motivation; ability to work independently and with a team.
- Ability to think creatively to solve problems.
- Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: cell culture molecular cloningimmunohistochemistry microscopy.
- Curiosity to learn new things and a passion to make a difference in the lives of patients byadvancing the science of psychiatric disease.
The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to relevant skills experience education qualifications and other factors permissible by law.
At Broad your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical dental vision life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program among other Broad benefits.
The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race national origin religion age color sex disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.
Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact for assistance.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
Broad Institute is a multidisciplinary community of researchers on a mission to improve human health.
