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Prospective applicants should have made significant contributions to their area of study, as evidenced by a strong publication record. We are seeking creative and highly motivated individuals who want to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary research environment.\nResponsibilities:\nCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams of scientists, including biologists, bioinformaticians, and clinicians.\nContribute to the development of new experimental methods and computational tools for biological research.\nPublish findings in top-tier journals and present research at national and international conferences.\nApply novel methods in the context of tissue biology\nUse demonstrated scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought to expand technical capabilities and identify new research opportunities\nRegular interaction with internal and external contacts, including Broad scientists, collaborators, students, postdocs, and external clinicians and industry leaders.\nQualifications\nPh.D. in biochemistry, immunology, chemical or molecular biology or related field and 0+ years of experience and a strong knowledge of a variety of biological areas of research\nExcellent critical thinking, research, and analytical skills.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with biologists, computational biologists, data scientists, and software engineers.\nMust be able to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.\nDemonstrated ability to carry out a variety of tasks in parallel, recognize and solve problems effectively, and shift priorities rapidly.\nAt 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.\nThe 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.\nThe expected base pay 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.\nAt 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.\nThe Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. 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