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We are actively seeking a Research Technician to join the lab of Dr. Jennifer Zallen at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, NY. This individual will work as part of an interactive, multidisciplinary team of scientists working to understand how cells navigate through the body during development and how defects in these processes can lead to birth defects and cancer. We use cell biological, genetic, biophysical, computational, and live-imaging approaches to visualize cell and protein dynamics in living embryos. The long-term goal of this research is to leverage this information to build, repair, and regenerate tissues to...

HHMI is seeking a Contracts Counsel for its Office of the General Counsel (OGC) to help support HHMI's programs and operations by providing informed, practical, creative, and timely legal counsel in the review and negotiation of research-related agreements. As a member of the dynamic team in HHMI’s OGC, you will be directly involved in HHMI’s mission of advancing biomedical research for the benefit of humanity. The person in this role will review and negotiate contracts relating to the conduct of research in HHMI laboratories. These contracts include agreements covering the transfer of reagents and other materials into and from HHMI...

Advanced imaging techniques at HHMI Janelia Research Campus produce large amounts of image data that require at-scale analysis to extract useful information about the biological structures or animal behaviors. The PTR-Bioimage Analysis team within Project Technical Resources (PTR) collaborates with the initiative, Team Projects, and Janelia laboratories to provide ground truth data and analysis support for a broad spectrum of projects. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with strong scientific interest and background in 3D/4D image analysis to manage these projects and technicians in the PTR-Bioimage Analysis team. This role is ideal for somebody with strong collaborative and organizational...

HHMI’s Headquarters is located on a beautiful 40-acre campus in the greater Washington DC metro area that is home to over 300 employees with strong cross-departmental collaboration between biomedical, legal, human resources, communications, information technology, investments, science education, and more. The HHMI Science Department supports and augments the groundbreaking research conducted in HHMI labs across the nation, and you can be sure that your contributions while working here are making a difference. Summary HHMI’s Science Department is seeking a motivated intern to support the Science Department in building practical, responsible AI fluency for everyday administrative work. This internship focuses on...

The IACUC Chair is a part-time (20 hours/week) leadership role responsible for overseeing the ethical and regulatory review of research involving animals. Serving as Chair of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), this individual ensures compliance with federal guidelines, institutional policies, and best practices. The Chair plays a critical role in safeguarding research integrity, guiding protocol reviews, facilitating committee operations, and promoting a culture of ethical and responsible science within the organization. Please include a cover letter with your application detailing your qualifications and experience. What we provide A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare...

This position will provide standard services related to animal husbandry and technical procedures in the Aquatics department. Under minimal supervision, the position will be focused on ensuring the highest degree of animal care and welfare while supporting and working with Janelia researchers conducting basic science in a dynamic team-oriented environment. Please note, this is a 3-month temporary position with the potential to be extended or become permanent based on business needs. About the Vivarium The Vivarium at Janelia is an AAALAC accredited facility that supports ground-breaking research in a variety of animal models (currently with a focus on mice, rats,...

In this role, you will provide vivarium support by cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining all animal caging materials, cagewash equipment, and vivarium spaces to support scientific research at Janelia. This will include caging for a variety of laboratory animal species, including, but not limited to mice, rats, and zebrafish. Under minimal supervision, the position will be focused on meeting the needs of the vivarium and exhibiting good time management. This will support the Janelia researchers conducting basic science in a dynamic team-oriented environment. Please note, this is a 3-month temporary position with the potential to be extended or become permanent based...

In this role, you will provide standard services related to animal husbandry and technical procedures to support scientific research at Janelia. This will include a variety of laboratory animal species, including, but not limited to mice, rats, and zebrafish. Under general supervision the position will be focused on ensuring the highest degree of animal care and welfare while supporting and working with Janelia researchers conducting basic science in a dynamic team-oriented environment. Please note, this is a 3-month temporary position with the potential to be extended or become permanent based on business needs. About the Vivarium The Vivarium at Janelia...

HHMI is seeking an Investment Relations Associate or Senior Investment Relations Associate to play a critical role in supporting the Investment Department’s relationship management, governance, and administrative operations. This position colla b orates closely with investment professionals , operations professionals and external stakeholders to ensure the seamless coordination of departmental administrative and financial processes, accurate maintenance of investment records, execution of internal and external meetings, and other key departmental activities . The role interfaces regularly with other HHMI colleagues, external investment managers, and service providers. Th e person in this role will report to the Managing Director & Head of...

of your research experience in a paragraph and your long-term career goals. Your curriculum vitae. Names and contact information for at least 3 references. What we provide A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits. Partnering with an investigator that has a deep and demonstrated commitment to broadening access and inclusive excellence. Opportunities to learn new scientific skills and grow professionally. What you bring PhD degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biophysics Experience in either NMR or Cryo-EM preferred Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and discuss findings clearly in diverse settings. A proactive and driven attitude,...

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...

In this position, you will work towards understanding how auditory or frontal brain regions and circuits support flexible, sensory-guided decision-making and strategies as mice hunt for prey in a large environment using ambiguous sensory cues. You will build on the foundation of an established but flexible behavioral task and arena ready for tetrode, silicone probe, and/or one-photon miniscope recordings. This position is ideal for a collaborative person who is interested in combining both experiments and computation, with some experience and comfort with both animal behavior and neural data. The details of the project(s) are flexible, and extensions into further circuit,...

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...

The Assistant Counsel, Personnel & Litigation provides legal advice, counsel, and support on employment, employee benefits, and litigation matters affecting HHMI’s operations and activities. The role contributes informed, practical, and timely legal guidance across the full employment lifecycle, employee benefits administration, and litigation support, while balancing organizational risk and advancing HHMI’s mission, strategic priorities, and operational goals. This position reports to the Senior Counsel, Personnel & Litigation , and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-person work at HHMI’s Headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland, three days per week. What we offer Meaningful Impact The opportunity to provide thoughtful, practical legal guidance...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...