A Research Scientist position is available for an analytical and mechanistically minded scientist with deep expertise in protein mass spectrometry. The successful candidate will provide a collaborative mass spectrometry resource for our structural biology labs.  We have diverse interests and needs, from top-down characterization of proteoforms in complexes prepared for cryo-EM studies to AQUA- and TMT-based quantitative proteomic workflows. As part of the Chemical Biology Program at the Dana-Farber and the Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology at Harvard Medical School, we have state-of-the-art facilities and a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

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.

• A Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a relevant discipline required: 4 years’ experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to independently design and execute novel experiments that exploit the capabilities of state-of-the-art tribrid orbitrap instruments.

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 equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse 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 groups as protected by law.

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