Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields

Research Scientiest at Broad Institute of MIT

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, MA, United States

Application deadline: 31 May 2021

The Zhang lab (Broad Institute and MIT) is seeking to recruit a full-time staff research scientist to contribute to their on-going efforts to biochemically characterize novel natural systems and engineer them to develop biotechnologies that improve the planet and people’s lives.

The Zhang lab has pioneered a number of new biotechnologies, including CRISPR-mediated genome editing, new approaches for high-throughput genetic screening, DNA microscopy, CRISPR-based diagnostics, and single-cell genomics methods. These advancements often stem from natural systems, and the lab is also at the forefront of discovering and characterizing novel molecular systems. Collectively, our work encompasses many disciplines, including computational biology, evolutionary biology, microbiology, biochemistry and structural biology, molecular biology, genomics, and bioengineering. Our lab is a fun, vibrant, fast-paced, results-driven, nurturing, and collaborative environment.  

They are looking for a talented and skillful scientist to help experimentally characterize novel biological systems and determine their function, with an eye toward harnessing them for molecular biotechnologies. Experience with protein purification, structural biology, biochemical assays, or protein engineering is required, and familiarity with protein-nucleic acid complexes is desirable. The candidate will collaborate with existing lab members or new hires as needed to advance the project.  

The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard offers an outstanding place to work. The workplace culture is diverse, dynamic, progressive, and supports a healthy work-life balance. To support this mission, the Zhang lab strives for a workplace culture that supports diversity, intellectual curiosity, flexibility, and integrity. Broad employees receive a generous benefits package (including a salary competitive with industry, dental, vision and health insurance, retirement plan, and additional benefits) and a range of possibilities for career advancement. Details on our benefits package can be found here 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purify proteins and protein-nucleic acid complexes
• Perform biochemical assays to characterize proteins and their nucleic acid components
• Stay current on the field and think deeply about creative new ways to have an impact
• Contribute to the lab through teamwork and discussion
• Help to train, supervise, and mentor junior staff as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSc or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., biochemistry, molecular biology).
• Eager to work in a team and collaborate
• Demonstrated scientific contributions to the field
• Superior experimental planning skills
• Proven ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems
• Outstanding clarity of thought in communications (written and oral)

Please send CV to zhangrecruiting@broadinstitute.org if interested.