Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard · 21 hours ago
Clinical Lab Process Development Associate I- Cell Factory
Burlington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$58K/yr - $77K/yr
1+ years expBroad Institute of MIT and Harvard is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging biomedical problems through cutting edge technology and large-scale research projects. The Clinical Laboratory Process Development Associate I is responsible for processing samples in a high throughput clinical research laboratory and supporting research on genetic regulation impacts on health and disease.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsLife Science
Responsibilities
Maintain and optimize mammalian cell culture systems for screening experiments
Apply functional genomics techniques, including epigenomics, single-cell, transcriptomics, and CRISPR-based assays in human cells and tissues
Follow standard operating procedures
Each individual performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the Laboratory Director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training, experience, and technical abilities
Tests will require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal supervisor by the laboratory director or supervisor
Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Correct the problems according to procedures or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant or Laboratory Director
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
Review and monitor quality metrics and communicate results to others in the Platform during dedicated meetings as needed
Qualification
Required
BS/BA degree in Biology or Chemistry
1+ years of relevant full time laboratory experience in this specialty subsequent to obtaining B.S./B.A. degree is required
Working, solid knowledge of basic aseptic / mammalian cell culture laboratory techniques required as a part of the above 1 year of experience
Strong analytical skills, problem solving ability, and innovation aptitude required
Recent (within the last year) laboratory experience with the use of standard cell lab equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, gel electrophoresis required
Preferred
Knowledge of high-throughput screening and automation and/or experience working in a high throughput production setting is desired, but not required
Experience with genome editing tools including CRISPR targeting in various human cell types is preferred
Strong hands-on experience in molecular biology, genomics, and cellular biology (cell-based assays) is preferred
Familiarity with single cell sequencing methods preferred
Experience with iPSCs, cell line and/or primary cell culture preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
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
Employee assistance program
Among other Broad benefits
Company
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
The Broad Institute brings together a diverse group of individuals from across its partner institutions — undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, professional scientists, administrative professionals, and academic faculty.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$283.25MKey Investors
MacArthur FoundationAlzheimer's Foundation of AmericaMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2025-11-18Grant· $100M
2020-08-11Grant
2019-09-09Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Dan Shore
Chief Financial Officer
Anne Carpenter
Institute Scientist and Imaging Platform Senior Director
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