What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Fellow or Research Scientist position at massgeneralbrigham?
Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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 We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow or Research Scientist to join a dynamic research program focused on molecular and cellular biology, tissue engineering, and bioengineering, with an emphasis on musculoskeletal and joint tissues. This role will contribute to the development of advanced in vitro systems, including organ-on-chip and 3D engineered models in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The position level will be determined based on experience, scientific independence, and demonstrated contributions. This is an onsite position at Spaulding Rehabilitation, an affiliated hospital of Harvard Medical School. What You’ll Do -Design and execute research experiments aligned with ongoing projects and grant objectives -Develop and apply advanced experimental approaches, including tissue engineering and in vitro modeling -Analyze and interpret data using appropriate statistical and computational tools -Contribute to manuscripts, publications, and scientific presentations -Collaborate with internal and external research partners -Support grant applications through data generation and/or writing -Mentor and train students or junior lab members Qualifications Qualifications -Doctoral degree in a relevant scientific field -Strong background in laboratory research and experimental design -Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills -Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience -Research Fellow: 3-5 years of research experience preferred -Research Scientist: 5-7 years of research experience (inclusive of graduate and post-doctoral experience) required Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 149 Thirteenth Street Building 149 EEO Statement: 1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.