STEM CELL PROJECT MANAGER AND SCIENTIST, TSAI LAB

The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory; Stem (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT seeks a STEM CELL PROJECT MANAGER AND SCIENTIST, TSAI LAB, to coordinate lab operations, oversee iPSC-based drug screening, and lead a team of post-docs, graduate students, and technicians in large-scale preclinical initiatives.

You will develop and optimize models, advance collaborations, and ensure rigorous project planning and data analysis, contributing to high-impact publications while maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our stem

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, bioengineering, or related field with post-doctoral training.
• Minimum five years of experience working in a large research laboratory and demonstrated management skills.
• Extensive experience in stem cell, molecular, cell culture, and/or biochemical experiments.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab operations and personnel (post-docs, graduate students, technicians).
• Maintain the integrity and efficiency of the stem cell facility.
• Develop and optimize iPSC-based models and oversee large-scale drug screening initiatives.
• Coordinate team members and external collaborations to carry out de-risking projects.

Skills

Stem cell technology

iPSC-based drug screening

Management

Communication

Data analysis & presentation

Education

PhD in neuroscience, bioengineering, or related field

Job description

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Job Details

• Job Number: 26133
• Functional Area: Research - Scientific
• Department: Picower Institute for Learning & Memory
• School Area: Science
• Pay Range Minimum: $75,000
• Pay Range Maximum: $131,000
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Employment Category: Exempt
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No
• Schedule:
• Pay Grade: No Grade

Position Summary

STEM CELL PROJECT MANAGER AND SCIENTIST, TSAI LAB, Picower Institute for Learning & Memory – Tsai Lab, to manage lab operations and personnel, maintain the integrity and efficiency of our stem cell facility, develop and optimize new models and oversee a large-scale iPSC-based drug screening and discovery initiative. This position will assist with creation, maintenance, and experimentation using iPSCs and function as a group leader to coordinate and oversee team members (post-docs, graduate students and technicians) as they carry out large scale pre-clinical drug screening and de-risking projects as well as managing external collaborations. The full job description is available here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:4cd52251-3938-4516-b7e4-a7e6388e1735

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: PhD in neuroscience, bioengineering, or related field; a minimum of three years of post-doctoral training in stem cell biology, neuroscience, bioengineering, or related field; a minimum of five years of experience working in a large research laboratory; expertise with stem cell technology including iPSC-based drug screening; demonstrated management skills including time management and project planning; strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to promote collaboration and cooperation among team members; superior oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze data and present it in a format suitable for publication; and extensive experience in performing stem cell, molecular, cell culture, and/or biochemical experiments.

PREFERRED: Experience with research/grant proposal development, writing and editing.

Deadline: 10/9/2026