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of your research experience, your career goals, and your expertise in the relevant field(s). Your curriculum vitae including a list of publications with brief (2-3 sentences) descriptions of your contributions to the published work. Names and contact information for at least 3 references. What we provide Opportunity to work in an exciting, cutting-edge, and supportive research environment. Broad training in biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, high-throughput methodologies, and animal modeling. Training in scientific writing and communication. Mentorship tailored to your scientific and professional goals. The opportunity to mentor junior colleagues and work collaboratively as part of a team. Opportunities for professional...

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Lab Administrative Research Technician to support the day-to-day operations of the Bardwell Lab. This full-time, in-person role plays a critical function in ensuring smooth laboratory operations, effective coordination with institutional partners, and continuity of research activities. The position serves as a primary administrative liaison between the University of Michigan and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) and supports laboratory personnel across administrative, operational, and compliance-related needs. While the role includes hands-on exposure to laboratory workflows and routine lab activities, the primary emphasis is on lab administration, coordination, and operational support, rather than...

The lab of Dr. Josefina del Mármol, Freeman Hrabowski Scholar , at Harvard Medical School studies the molecular basis of sensory transduction, using cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), electrophysiology, calcium imaging, computational modeling, and behavioral experiments in insects, to elucidate the molecular mechanisms that allow animals to sense the world. For more information about the lab and their work, please visit About the Research Technician I role The lab is seeking a Research Technician I to hold an integral role within the team working on research projects, providing general scientific support to senior members of the lab team, and helping with some...

The Senior Director of BioInteractive provides strategic leadership for HHMI’s nationally recognized science education program, which reaches thousands of classrooms nationwide. Through BioInteractive, HHMI advances the mission of the Science Education Department to transform how high school and introductory college students experience science. In this role, the Senior Director leads the development, evaluation, and dissemination of innovative educational media and resources that make science engaging, accessible, and relevant for students of all backgrounds, experiences, interests, and career aspirations . The position also guides efforts to strengthen professional learning for educators who use BioInteractive materials. The Senior Director is responsible for...

We have an outstanding opportunity for an optical engineering-focused Postdoctoral Scientist to join the lab team of Dr. Cristina Rodriguez , Freeman Hrabowski Scholar , based in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yale University. The focus of their research is to develop optical microscopy tools for visualizing critical biological processes deep within their native context, with a particular focus on applications in neuroscience. To this end, the lab combines tools from physics and engineering, including multiphoton microscopy and wavefront shaping. Using these novel imaging tools, the lab seeks to advance our understanding of previously underexplored biology, while contributing to...

As a Cook, you’ll help create thoughtful, well-executed meals that support the daily work of HHMI staff and visiting conference guests. Working alongside a dedicated and diverse kitchen team, you’ll prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner items across multiple hot and cold stations while maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, and sanitation. Under the guidance of the Executive Chef, you’ll have opportunities to expand your culinary skills, collaborate on menu execution, and grow in a kitchen that values learning, professionalism, and teamwork. You might be a great fit if you’ve worked in a restaurant or hotel kitchen, k now how...

HHMI is focused on supporting and moving science forward in a variety of different ways ranging from conducting basic biomedical research, empowering educators, inspiring students, developing the next generation of scientists – even stretching into film and media production. Our Headquarters is in the greater Washington, DC metro area and is home to over 300 employees with expertise in investments , communications, digital production, biomedical sciences, and everything in between. The work housed here supports and augments the groundbreaking research conducted in HHMI labs across the nation. As HHMI scientists continue to push boundaries in laboratories and classrooms, you can...

We are seeking a highly motivated and independent Research Technician I to join our in-person, cross-disciplinary team. This full-time role will be embedded in the laboratory of Dr. Bernardo Sabatini and will work closely with Dr. Paolo Capelli, a postdoctoral researcher. The technician will gain exposure to a broad range of methods, from coding and data analysis to wet-lab experiments in mice, and will play a hands-on role in advancing cutting-edge neuroscience research. Daily responsibilities will include coding to analyze data or control devices, conducting experiments with mice, and performing wet lab bench work. In addition, regular support to general...