Research Scientist - Albers Lab

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Research Scientist to join the Albers Lab within the MIND Institute. The role focuses on integrative computational and experimental work to study neurodegenerative diseases, including mouse models and biomarker development.

The candidate will collaborate across computational, clinical, and bench teams and contribute to translational projects. Primary responsibilities include standardizing outcomes, managing data generation, and presenting insights at conferences.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a related field is required.
• 5–7 years of research experience.
• Ability to contribute to publications and scientific writing.
• Demonstrated breadth of knowledge in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of experiments and research projects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary computational, clinical, and bench researchers.
• Present results and prepare publications in peer‑reviewed venues.

Skills

Excellent research

Independent leadership

Publications

Broad knowledge

Scientific creativity

Education

Doctorate Related Field of Study

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary The Albers Lab is a research laboratory of the MassGeneral Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease (MIND) that develops and applies integrative computational methods in biomedical and brain research to develop new therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative diseases. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and independent Research Scientist to be part of our team. While the position is primarily laboratory-based, the successful candidate will be working with a highly interdisciplinary team of computational, clinical and bench researchers at the Mass General Hospital and Harvard Medical School providing writing support to Dr. Albers for his mechanistic and translational projects. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop data (mouse models of neuroinflammation and TDP43+ ALS and Alzheimer's disease and Related Dementias) and incorporate external datasets (MGH-ADRC, UK Biobank, NYGC, electronic health record data from MGB, UK, and ENACT enclave etc) to assess the human relevance of disease phenotypes and pharmacological rescue in our mouse models of disease. The Research Scientist will also interact with lab members conducting clinical trials and generate biomarker data using the MSD assay platform. The Research Scientist will lead the standardization of pre-specified outcomes for mouse and management of data being generated. Scientific insights resulting from this research are expected to be presented at external scientific conferences and published in high impact journals.

In consultation with their Principal Investigator (PI), undertake and execute a program of scientific study culminating in publication. Drives research projects scientifically and determines the course of research as evidenced by leadership, obtaining funding, writing, or other recognition. May not necessarily receive independent resources; however, their contribution is essential to the conceptual/scientific success of the project. They assist their PI in the training and supervision of other laboratory personnel and in a wide variety of administrative tasks, as necessary.

Essential Functions

• —Makes proficient intellectual contributions to scientific strategies of the group/lab and plays a leadership role by acting as subject matter authority in the field.
• —Contributes to the design and execution of experiments and/or research projects.
• —Exercises judgment in selecting methods and technologies to obtain results.
• —May collaborate with external researchers and/or receive external project funding support.
• —Presents results and prepares publications.
• —May assist PI in the training and supervision of other staff.

Qualifications

Education

Doctorate Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Previous Research experience (inclusive of graduate and postdoctoral experience) 5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• —Excellent research skills.
• —Demonstrated evidence of specific scientific competence in field.
• —Demonstrated broad knowledge of field.
• —Evidence of potential for scientific creativity and original though.
• —Able to exercise independent judgment and leadership.
• —Ability to contribute to publications.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

$60,000 - $96,000

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

114 16th Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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