Postdoctoral Associate The Hwang Lab
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
General information
Location
Cambridge MA
Ref #
44028
Job Family
Research
Workplace
On-Site
Date published
04/21/2026
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
$70000.00/yr - $92666.67/yr
Description & Requirements
The Hwang laboratory at the Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard is seeking a highly motivatedpostdoctoral associate to investigate the mechanisms of organ dysfunction and immuneparalysis in sepsis using clinical samples and animal models.
Sepsis is defined as life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host responseto infection. Despite considerable advances over the last decades sepsis is still a leading causeof death in intensive care units and survivors develop prolonged immune paralysis leading to ahigh incidence of recurrent the absence of definitive therapy physicians rely onsupportive care. Our team is devoted to deep understanding of immune dysfunction in sepsis for novel therapeutic hypotheses through close collaboration with Harvard teaching hospitals.
The applicant will be expected to work well in a multi-institutes collaboration setting communicate effectively and possess a strong desire to contribute to basic and translational research. Training and expertise in immunology and microbiology are essential. This opportunity is particularly suited for candidates who are passionate about researching on host-pathogen interaction in systemic inflammation and metabolism settings during severe infection like sepsis.
The applicant will be expected to work well in a multi-institutes collaboration setting communicate effectively and possess a strong desire to contribute to basic and translational research. Training and expertise in immunology and microbiology are essential. This opportunity is particularly suited for candidates who are passionate about researching on host-pathogen interaction in systemic inflammation and metabolism settings during severe infection like sepsis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work independently and with team members to design and carry out experimentsessential to the individual project and the groups collective success.
- Consult the literature supervisor and other scientific staff as needed to troubleshootexperiments.
- Investigate learn and develop new methods and technologies that might be relevant tothe project.
- Maintain and share detailed experimental records documentation and written protocolswith team memberswith team members.
- Contribute to grants papers and patents.
Required Skills:
- PhD in cell biology molecular biology microbiology immunology or a closely related field.
- Records of leading projects successfully through publications in scientific journals andpresentations in scientific conferences.
- Solid understanding and hands-on experiences in cell biological and immunologicalassays investigating primary immune cells in ex vivo and in vivo setting.
- Experiences in molecular/biochemical investigation of cellular metabolism is a big plus.
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and wet lab skills organization and time management skills.
- High level of initiative and motivation; ability to work independently and with a team.
- Strong desire to learn new methods and ability to think creatively to solve problems.
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.
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IC
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