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Cambridge's tech scene thrives at the intersection of world‑class research institutions like MIT and Harvard, a dense network of venture capital, and a culture that nurtures startups. The city attracts talent in AI, data science, and cybersecurity, driving demand for software engineers, machine learning specialists, and product managers.
Cambridge hosts a diverse roster of tech firms—from global pharma leaders such as Gilead Sciences and Boston Scientific to cloud‑native companies like HubSpot and Wayfair. Start‑ups like Ginkgo Bioworks, Butterfly Network, and Clari focus on biotech innovation, while IBM Research and MIT Lincoln Laboratory push the frontier of quantum computing and secure communications. This mix creates opportunities across hardware, software, fintech, and biotech sectors.
While the median rent for a one‑bedroom apartment in Cambridge tops $3,000/month and the city’s overall cost index is high, salaries often exceed national averages. Transparent salary data on Job Transparency allows candidates to benchmark offers, negotiate effectively, and align compensation with the true value of living in a high‑cost market.
Principal Research Associate/Scientist, Analytical Development
Company: eGenesis
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 23, 2024
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, optimize, and execute robust and reproducible assays Utilize various techniques to characterize the primary cells and/or factors they produce, including flow cytometry, ELISA, conventional and real-time PCR, etc. This role is a full-time lab-based position in which being proactive, determined, responsible, coachable, and collaborative will help you thrive. Isolate, culture, and assess the function of porcine cells Communicate and present scientific findings at group and company meetings Implement superb documentation of procedures and experiments to support tech transfer Contribute to multiple research projects as they arise in our fast-paced, start-up environment Troubleshoot and optimize assays and maintain careful records Build our laboratory efforts by maintaining and creating a productive and fun environment BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. with 2 years of industry experience, or MS degree with 4+ years of industry experience in cell biology, immunology, biochemistry or related discipline Prior experience in development and execution of assays to characterize and measure proteins and DNA using a variety of methodologies, particularly flow cytometry Proficiency in growing and maintaining mammalian cells in culture and aseptic cell culture techniques Expertise in general cellular and molecular biology techniques, including ELISA, FACS, flow cytometry, RNA/DNA isolation etc. Demonstrated experience leading a team and developing talent Strong communication and organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and multitask efficiently in a results-oriented, dynamic environment Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams This role will involve significant cell culture work, including the isolation, growth and maintenance of primary cells, such as endothelial cells from various organs, and characterizing these cells using techniques such as flow cytometry and ELISA. To be successful in this role, you will leverage previous experience with immunological and genomic assays. In this role, you will lead a small team responsible for developing and qualifying methods to assess transgene expression and function in genetically modified porcine cells. This position is an excellent opportunity to help develop new gene editing and xenotransplantation products in an exciting and dynamic environment focused on cutting-edge molecular and cellular engineering technology. COMPANY MISSION At eGenesis, we aspire to deliver safe and effective human transplantable cells, tissue and organs utilizing the latest advancements in genome editing. POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Analytical Development team as a Principal Research Associate/Scientist.
Owner's Project Manager
Company: SMMA
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 17, 2024
SMMA is seeking an experienced Owner's Project Manager for K-12 school projects. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of the management tasks and responsibilities of an Owner's Project Manager during the study, design, and construction phases. The role involves managing project teams, evaluating and reporting on scope, schedule, and budget status, and participating in business development opportunities. SMMA is a Cambridge-based firm founded by MIT and Rensselaer alumni, known for its integrated approach to architecture, engineering, interiors, and site design. The firm offers a hybrid work-from-home policy, competitive benefits, and a mentor/protégé program.
Director of Programs
Company: The Engine
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 23, 2024
The Engine, a non-profit organization founded by MIT in 2017, is seeking a Director of Programs. The role involves leading program design and execution for various communities, including Whiteboard, Blueprint, and The Tough Tech Summit. The Director will collaborate with the team to provide impactful programming, develop data collection methods, and manage program budgets. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, 8+ years of program management experience, and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a mission-driven work environment, competitive compensation, and health insurance.
Scientist/Senior Scientist, LNP Discovery
Company: Prime Medicine
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 19, 2024
Prime Medicine, a leading biotechnology company, is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist with LNP formulation experience. The candidate will design, formulate, and analyze LNPs for prime editor delivery, using microfluidics, DLS, Ribogreen, NGS, and flow cytometry. The role involves working on fast-paced projects, troubleshooting, and presenting results. Prime Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.
Technical Product Manager, Incubation
Company: IBM
Location: US Cambridge
Posted Feb 02, 2024
<div class=jddescription datafield=description> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Introduction <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <br> A career in IBM Research means youll be part of a team that transforms our customers challenges into industryleading solutions <p> We are an infinitely curious team always seeking new possibilities and dedicated to creating the worlds leading AIpowered cloudnative software solutions Our renowned legacy creates endless global opportunities for our network of IBMers We are a team of deep product experts ensuring exceptional client experiences with a focus on delivery excellence and obsession over customer outcomes <p> <p> IBMs product and technology landscape includes Research Software and Infrastructure Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM where growth and innovation thrive <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Your Role and Responsibilities <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <br> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> As member of the Research Incubation team you will be contributing to converting generative AI research into tangible artifacts that are delivered into product in order to drive value for end users In this role you will be responsible for defining userfacing APIs and SDKs that cater to user needs and delivering a differentiating developer experience <span> <span> <p> <p> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Required Technical and Professional Expertise <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <br> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> <b> Required Experience <b> <span> <span> <p> <ul> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Minimum 5 years of Product Management experience with a focus on developercentric products <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Proven experience managing products externalized via APIs or SDKs Strong technical fluency enabling effective communication with developers and understanding of their needs <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Demonstrated experience advocating for user needs and conducting product discovery including primary user research <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ability to adapt messaging based on audiences technical fluency <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Ability to drive crossfunctional collaboration working closely with stakeholders across multiple organizations <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Ability and willingness to stay uptodate on the latest technical developments in AIML <span> <span> <li> <ul> <p> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <p> <ul> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Background in AIML research or product management <span> <span> <li> <li style=marginleft8px> <span style=fontsize12pt> <span style=fontfamilyCalibrisansserif> Background in Software Engineering and API development <span> <span> <li> <ul><div>
Implementation and Operations Specialist
Company: Quality Coding Software Solutions LLC
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 22, 2024
<p><strong>Implementation and Operations Specialist<strong><p> <p><strong>Job Description<br ><strong><p> <p><strong>Overview<strong><br ><p> <p>Quality Coding Software Solutions is seeking an Implementation and Operations Specialist to support our Managed Care and Community based healthcare clients We offer an exciting opportunity to support health care insurers and providers in improving health care outcomes for vulnerable populations Our solutions positively impact over one hundred fifty thousand health plan members<p> <p><strong>Responsibilities<strong><p> <ul><li>Develop strong knowledge of our Healthcare SaaS Solutions<li> <li>Engage in dialogue with Clients to understand client business needs and translate into clear product requirements<li> <li>Manage implementation tasks to meet expectations and commitments<li> <li>Create project plans and timelines<li> <li>Effectively communicate and coordinate with the product and development team to ensure awareness of key deliverables and project milestones<li> <li>Identify document and escalate any product defects or feature gaps that need to be resolved with the product and development team<li> <li>Monitor and Measure client satisfaction throughout implementation process<li> <li>Create howto onboarding and operations documents and guides as necessary<li> <li>Evaluate improve document and maintain the customer success core operational processes to ensure efficient and productive workflow across departments<li> <li>Assist in activities to increase the efficiency and utilization of the company Client Relationship Management CRM system<li> <li>Effectively analyze data and create reports where needed to support implementation and operations efforts<li> <li>Support sales and growth initiatives<li> <ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience<strong><p> <ul><li>5 7 years working for a healthcare software business or within a healthcare environment<li> <li>3 5 years experience supporting client implementations client relationships and company operations activities<li> <li>Experience in customer facing roles including communication with frontline management and executives<li> <li>Proven ability in implementing new processes and enterprise SaaS software<li> <li>Knowledge of healthcare IT systems healthcare assessments and valuebased care<li> <li>Proven ability to manage project deadlines along with a flexibility to meet client needs<li> <li>Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to multitask across clients successfully<li> <li>Detail oriented selfstarter with a desire to learn and take on new responsibilities<li> <li>An entrepreneurial energetic and optimistic attitude<li> <li>A strong work ethic and willingness to learn<li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication skills<li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and Word<li> <ul><p><strong>LocationTravel<strong><p> <ul><li>Positions are available remotely<li> <li>Candidate must be willing to travel to customer locations throughout the US 10 or less<li> <ul><p><strong>Hiring Process<strong><p> <ul><li>The initial screen will be a 30 minute call<li> <li>The first interview will be a 60 minute video call<li> <li>The second interview will be a 90 minute video call<li> <li>The last part of the process will be a reference check<br ><li> <ul><p><strong>Background ChecksFederal HealthCare Program Exclusion Lists Screening<strong><br ><p> <p>Candidates for this position will be required to undergo a preemployment background check All QCSS employees are subject to annual screening to ensure that they have not been excluded from the Federal Healthcare Programs using the OIG and GSA Exclusion Lists or State Medicaid Programs The Companys preemployment background check and OIGGSA Exclusion Lists screening program is administered in compliance with all federal state and local laws<p> <p><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer<strong><p> <p>QCSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports diversity in the workforce<p> <p><strong>About Quality Coding Software Solutions<strong><p> <p>Quality Coding Software Solutions mission is to integrate domain expertise with technology solutions to make Managed Long Term Services an successful We seek to enable health plans and providers to improve health outcomes for their vulnerable populations and to thrive in a valuebased healthcare system<p>
Accounting Manager
Company: Cullinan Oncology
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 21, 2024
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees and applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Our people possess deep scientific expertise, seek innovation openly, and exercise creativity and urgency to deliver on our promise to bring new therapeutic solutions to patients with cancer. Position Responsibilities: Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries, including quarterly general and administrative expense accrual, resource allocation and intercompany eliminations Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy of account balances Review employee expense reports and administer reimbursement process within Concur Prepare semi-monthly and ad hoc payrolls, including journal entries Enter new hires in ADP Workforce Now as needed Reconcile payroll invoices and tax adjustments on a regular basis Review vendor payment proposals Administer the Company’s equity compensation plan via Equity Edge, including creating new grants, processing award releases and option exercises Ensure that state/local reporting requirements are complied with in all operating jurisdictions, including new state tax registrations as needed Execute the Company's internal financial and operational controls and policies Maintain process documentation for all areas of responsibility Approach existing procedures with continual improvement mindset Support finance team with work related to external audit, process improvements, and other ad hoc projects as needed Candidate Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting/Finance 4+ years in a combination of public accounting and/or industry financial accounting experience Knowledge of US GAAP Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment across multiple levels of management Ability to work with external auditors, consultants and other service providers Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word Preferred Qualifications: Publicly traded life sciences company experience NetSuite, Equity Edge and ADP experience Cullinan Oncology is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by our novel research model, we push conventional boundaries from candidate selection to cancer therapeutic, applying rigorous early experimentation to fast-track only the most promising assets to the clinic and ultimately commercialization. As a result, our diversified pipeline is strategically built with assets that activate the immune system or inhibit key oncogenic drivers across a wide range of modalities, each with the potential to be the best or first in their class. Anchored in a deep understanding of immuno-oncology and translational cancer medicine, we leverage our scientific excellence in small molecules and biologics to create differentiated ideas, identify unique targets, and select the optimal modality to develop transformative therapeutics across cancer indications. We innovate without borders to find the most promising clinic-ready cancer therapies, whether from our own discovery efforts or through exceptional engagement with our academic and industry partners. Cullinan Oncology is dedicated to creating new standards of care for patients with cancer.
Head of Commercial
Company: Vedanta Biosciences
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 21, 2024
Vedanta Biosciences, a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Head of Commercial to lead commercialization strategy and operations for their first-in-class live biotherapeutic products. The role involves partnering with the CEO and leadership team, developing a global commercialization strategy, building a commercial capability set, and leading market and company readiness activities. The ideal candidate should have 20+ years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry, experience in building commercial capabilities, leading enterprise transformation, and a deep understanding of the healthcare market trends.
Wayfair - Software Engineer I - Summer 2024
Company: Wayfair
Location: Cambridge, MA
Posted Feb 19, 2024
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Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, LNP Platform
Company: Orbital Therapeutics
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 17, 2024
The job posting is seeking a Research Associate to join the Non-Viral Delivery team at Orbital. The successful candidate will support activities associated with formulation and characterization of LNPs and other non-viral delivery vehicles. The job requires strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, and the ability to function in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Senior Systems Administrator
Company: Vedanta Biosciences
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 18, 2024
Vedanta Biosciences, a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator with 5+ years of experience in a Microsoft IT environment. The role involves administering and maintaining Microsoft Azure services, M365 applications, on-premises servers, and storage solutions. The candidate will also design and implement solutions integrating on-premises infrastructure with Microsoft Cloud Technologies, and manage user identities and access controls. The ideal candidate should possess strong cybersecurity principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Histology Specialist
Company: Vizgen
Location: Cambridge
Posted Feb 18, 2024
<div> <p>Vizgen Inc Cambridge MA<p> <p><br >Vizgen is a rapidly growing company developing the next generation of spatially resolved genomic profiling tools that enable researchers to gain new insight into the biological systems that underlie human health and disease The companys groundbreaking MERFISH spatial transcriptomics technology images RNA molecules with high accuracy and unrivaled detection efficiency at subcellular resolution MERFISH provides transformative insight into a wide range of tissuescale basic research and translational medicine in oncology immunology neuroscience infectious disease developmental biology and regenerative medicine For more information go to wwwvizgencom<p> <div> <p><strong>Position Summary<strong><p> <p>Reporting to Vizgens Histology Lead and working closely with RampD and Lab Service team the Histology Specialist will work to develop solutions for preparing specimens for spatial genomics measurement and section and prepare specimens for the RampD team and other teams as necessary The successful candidates will have demonstrable background in related fields and the enthusiasm to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a fastpaced entrepreneurial startup environment <p> <p><strong>Responsibilities<strong><p> <ul><li>Embed and section biological specimens and maintain the inhouse frozen and FFPE specimen inventory<span> <span><li> <li>Develop protocols for preparing and handling biospecimens for spatial genomics measurement<li> <li>Perform and optimize immunostaining protocols for sample preparation and imaging for histological analysis<li> <li>Work to validate new procedures and products for histological analysis<li> <li>Develop customer solutions documentation and process for handling different tissue samples<li> <li>Ensure reagents consumable and instruments are in good order and operational and carefully document procedures and help maintain good laboratory practices<li> <li>Follow all safety precautions for chemicals and reagents while working in the lab and complying with OSHA and BSL2 safety standards<li> <ul><p><strong>Qualifications<strong><p> <ul><li>4+ year wet lab experience in performing general histology techniques cryosectioning embedding FFPE sectioning routine IHC staining fixation required<li> <li>Bachelor or Master degree in Molecular Biology Biochemistry Cell Biology Biomedical Engineering or related biological sciences preferred<span> <span><li> <li>Handson experience with insitu molecular biology protocols immunohistochemistry or FISH and fluorescent microscopy imaging is a plus<span> <span><li> <li>A high level of commitment and a track record of quality work with attention to detail<span> <span><li> <li>Capable of communicating the work clearly among the team<span> <span><li> <ul><div> <p>If you arent sure you meet every requirement but are excited about what you read here please consider applying We believe diversity drives innovation Above all were looking for the right person with skills and talent to grow the company together all while enriching your professional and scientific experience<p> <p>We offer a competitive salary meaningful stock ownership 401K health benefits a great work environment and the opportunity to enter a highgrowth startup company We are recruiting candidates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence throughout their careers and are excited by the prospect of tackling challenging technical problems<p> <p><em>This position may be subject to preemployment checks including driving history check drug screening and a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities All preemployment checks will comply with all applicable federal state and local laws<em><p> <p><strong>WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITYAFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER<strong><p> <p>Vizgen affords equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race color religious creed national origin age military status sexual orientation disability genetic information gender identity gender expression or gender unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification<p> <div>