Early Career Researchers - Research Associate I, Broad-wide openings

Broad Institute
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
Oct 24, 2025
Description & Requirements We are seeking ambitious, inventive, and talented students to join the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard as early career researchers! In the role of a Research Associate I, you will have access to the best technologies and sharpest minds that biomedical research has to offer. It is truly an experience that is unparalleled by any other biomedical research institution. You will be well prepared to pursue advanced degrees or careers here over time. We fill entry level Research Associate positions year round. By applying to this posting, we will align you with the best matched lab based on your research interests, skills, and availability. Research Associates' responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Validate provided technical protocols, test improved wet lab, instrumentation, and computational approaches for improved application performance Work on independent and collaborative research projects, assist with lab experiments, and learn new techniques Partner with lab members to design, conduct, analyze, and troubleshoot experiments Interface and collaborate with scientists, clinicians, and computational experts at the Broad and with external partners Learn how to troubleshoot with support from your mentor to resolve problems and participate in new technology evaluation, development and implementation Maintain meticulous records, analyze results, and communicate your work during team meetings Join regular lab meetings, contribute to team discussions, support broader research goals, and potentially contribute to publications Minimum Qualifications: At least a current undergraduate senior with an expected graduation date of ~Dec. 2025 or ~May 2026 Majored in any life science, biology, chemistry, biotechnology, chemical engineering or similar degree program At least 1 year of undergraduate independent research exposure that comes from extracurricular engagements (outside of coursework) Can commit to staying with the Broad for at least two years The Research Associate I role will accept Optional Practical Training (OPT). Candidates should have at least 24 months of OPT. It is recommended that you speak with your current or former school's immigration services team to learn more about processing timelines. Candidates interested in the Broad Biomedical Post-Baccalaureate Scholars Program (BBPS) should complete an ECR application to begin the process. Visit the BBPS page for more details for application process and deadlines. Please note that the BBPS admissions process is separate from the ECR hiring process. Receiving a job offer does not guarantee admission into BBPS, but in order to be admitted to BBPS, you must have a job offer from a research group at the Broad Institute. What to expect next: Please allow 10 minutes to complete the initial application process as it needs to be completed in one sitting. We will ask for your CV/resume and responses to a short questionnaire. If you advance to next steps, you will then receive an email request to complete an on-demand interview as the first step in the interview process and will also let you know about current lab openings. Those responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team and possible next steps will be communicated via email. The expected base salary 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 recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.