"HMS - Research Associate in the Department of Cell Biology"

School:

Harvard Medical School

Department/Area:

HMS - Cell Biology

Position Description

We invite applicants for a Research Associate position in the Finley lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. The work of this lab is focused primarily on ubiquitination, deubiquitination, and the proteasome.

We welcome applications from researchers who are experienced in this field, and interested in particular in the study of deubiquitination and Parkinson's disease. All work will be conducted using in mouse model sytems; experience with mice preferred.

The successful candidate will work with Dr. Finley to develop a research project focused as above. In addition to carrying out bench research, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment.

Salary and Benefits

This position is salaried and benefits eligible.

With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) - UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions.

Basic Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as molecular biology, genetics, or related fields.
• Experience with mouse model systems.

Special Instructions

Required documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research for PhD work
• Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab.
• Note with names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your reference

Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on March 12, 2026. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work.

Expected Dates

• Application deadline: 03/12/2026
• Start date: The position is expected to start on or around 03/23/2026 with some flexibility.
• Duration: This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position.

Contact Information

HMS - Dept. of Cell Biology
240 Longwood Ave., Finley Lab
Boston, MA 02115

Contact Email: daniel_finley@hms.harvard.edu; xheni_vaqari@hms.harvard.edu

Salary Range

The annual salary for this position is $83,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Minimum Number of References Required: 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 4