Q: What are the required qualifications for the Postdoctoral Associate position?

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in immunology, glycobiology, synthetic biology, or a related area is necessary. Candidates must have experience managing an independent research project to completion and publication, a track record of innovation, excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to learn quickly, function independently and as part of a team, and work with diverse individuals. See <a href="/higher-ed-jobs/postdoc">postdoc jobs</a> for similar roles.

Q: What preferred expertise is sought for this role?

PREFERRED: Expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry, in vitro or in vivo immune models, animal models, human immunology, functional genomics (e.g., CRISPR screens), and/or single cell transcriptomics. These skills align with lab projects in cancer immunology and immunotherapies.

Q: What research will the Postdoctoral Associate conduct?

Will lead cutting-edge projects in cancer immunology to develop new immunotherapies. Lab approaches include molecular and synthetic biology, immunology, glycobiology, biological engineering. Experimental methods: cloning/molecular biology, protein engineering, biochemistry, mammalian cell/tissue culture, flow cytometry, next-generation sequencing, transcriptomics, animal models of disease. Explore <a href="/research-jobs">research jobs</a> at MIT.

Q: What is the application deadline and job number?

The position is Job #24315, reopened on 7/8/2025, with expiration date 2026-02-17. Apply via MIT's standard process. Check <a href="/higher-ed-career-advice/how-to-write-a-winning-academic-cv">academic CV tips</a> for preparation.

Q: What is the work environment like in the Stark Lab?

Collegial, interdisciplinary environment with passionate scientists. Committed to diversity and inclusion from all backgrounds. Professional development within lab and ties to MIT, Ragon Institute, Broad Institute, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Ideal for immunobiology frontiers impacting cancer and immune therapy. Learn more at <a href="https://www.jstarklab.com/" target="_blank">Stark Lab website</a>.

Question 1

What are the required qualifications for the Postdoctoral Associate position?

Accepted Answer

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in immunology, glycobiology, synthetic biology, or a related area is necessary. Candidates must have experience managing an independent research project to completion and publication, a track record of innovation, excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to learn quickly, function independently and as part of a team, and work with diverse individuals. See postdoc jobs for similar roles.

Question 2

What preferred expertise is sought for this role?

Accepted Answer

PREFERRED: Expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry, in vitro or in vivo immune models, animal models, human immunology, functional genomics (e.g., CRISPR screens), and/or single cell transcriptomics. These skills align with lab projects in cancer immunology and immunotherapies.

Question 3

What research will the Postdoctoral Associate conduct?

Accepted Answer

Will lead cutting-edge projects in cancer immunology to develop new immunotherapies. Lab approaches include molecular and synthetic biology, immunology, glycobiology, biological engineering. Experimental methods: cloning/molecular biology, protein engineering, biochemistry, mammalian cell/tissue culture, flow cytometry, next-generation sequencing, transcriptomics, animal models of disease. Explore research jobs at MIT.

Question 4

What is the application deadline and job number?

Accepted Answer

The position is Job #24315, reopened on 7/8/2025, with expiration date 2026-02-17. Apply via MIT's standard process. Check academic CV tips for preparation.

Question 5

What is the work environment like in the Stark Lab?

Accepted Answer

Collegial, interdisciplinary environment with passionate scientists. Committed to diversity and inclusion from all backgrounds. Professional development within lab and ties to MIT, Ragon Institute, Broad Institute, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Ideal for immunobiology frontiers impacting cancer and immune therapy. Learn more at Stark Lab website.

Question 6

Is visa sponsorship available for international applicants?

Accepted Answer

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned in the job posting, so it is likely not available. U.S. work authorization required. International candidates should check higher ed career advice for visa options.

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