Research Associate/Technician
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Medical School/Broad Institute/HHMI
Kadoch Laboratory
Chromatin and gene regulation in human disease
The Kadoch Laboratory at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, the Broad Institute, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is seeking a highly qualified post-baccalaureate student to join our vibrant research team as a Research Associate focused on cancer biology, epigenetics, and chromatin regulation. Our lab uses multidisciplinary approaches including biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, chemical biology, epigenomics, and others to explore the mechanisms of chromatin remodeling complexes, which are frequently mutated in human cancers and other diseases. Our exciting and diverse set of projects involve collaborations across the Harvard and MIT centers in Boston and Cambridge as well as worldwide. This is a unique opportunity with potential for the student to work directly with the PI as well as senior postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and medical students to carry forward independent projects resulting in authorship on publications and opportunities to present work at local, national, and international meetings. This position is ideal for students aiming to pursue either PhD, MD, or combined MD/PhD programs as their next steps.
The successful applicant will have advanced experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular biology, cell culture and model systems, protein biochemistry, structural biology, cell biology, genetics and/or genomics-centered methodologies, through focused prior lab research experience (i.e. 1-2 years in research laboratories with strong letters of recommendation) as well as undergraduate coursework. We are looking for candidates who can commit to two years of availability, graduating from colleges/universities this spring (spring of 2026) and considering applying to top-tier graduate and/or medical school (PhD/MD/MD-PhD) programs following their tenure in the lab. To date, all postbac research associate lab members in this position have gone on to pursue PhD, MD, or MD/PhD programs at highest-tier institutions. Dr. Kadoch is firmly committed to mentorship, career guidance and support, and other senior lab personnel will also provide consistent research and career mentorship. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally motivated, highly communicative, mature, detail and goal oriented, able to work both independently and in teams, and will possess excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
Please contact Cigall Kadoch, Ph.D., directly at cigall_kadoch@dfci.harvard.edu for more information, and please copy Dr. Kadoch’s assistant, Ms. Kristen Applegate, at kadochoffice@gmail.com. We will hire for this position on a rolling basis over the coming months with a target start date of May-July 2026, and will close the position once a new hire has been confirmed.
For more information about our laboratory, please see the (to be updated) Kadoch Lab website at http://www.kadochlab.org , our recent publications (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=kadoch+c), and news via our X handles, @kadochlab, and @ckadoch.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
- Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment
- Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies. Collaborates with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors
- Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses, including the collection of information and samples from organic substances, such as blood, drugs, and animals
- Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination
- Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. May be expected to participate in formal and information presentations of results to staff
- Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required
- Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities
- Monitors laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory
- Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications
- May be responsible for the development, modification and improvement of standard operating procedures
- Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology applications to perform work duties
- May be responsible for designing and executing advanced experiments and setting strategy
- May be responsible for the examination of animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems
- May be responsible for monitoring laboratory budgets
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred
- Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff
- Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
- Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks
- Ability to work within a team environment
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology or chemistry, with no prior professional experience necessary. Candidates will learn and apply technical principles, processes, and concepts, use institutional policies to address routine issues, and work on problems of limited scope. The role involves following standard practices to analyze situations or data and building stable internal working relationships.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No supervisory responsibilities. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
PATIENT CONTACT: None
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$47,500.00 - $51,300.00
