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Project Manager

Staff / Administration

2026-06-08

Location

Cambridge, MA

MIT (Schwarzman College of Computing) / Broad Institute

Type

Full-time (Hybrid)

Salary

$77,500 - $105,100

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s + 3 years admin experience
Interpersonal & communication skills
Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented
Google Workspace, Dropbox, Slack experience

Research Areas

Human Genomics
Artificial Intelligence
Health Research
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Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, to support our multidisciplinary team in high impact science, with a passion for human genomics and its impact on health; be responsible for coordinating the daily execution of specific research projects within the group; ensure that scientific teams meet deliverables on time, collaborators are aligned, and grant/reporting requirements are met; work closely with the Senior Project Manager, project teams, and collaborators at MIT and other institutions to ensure successful execution of the research projects. This position is open to work at MIT and the Broad Institute under the supervision of Prof. Manolis Kellis.

The full job description is available here.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of three years of administrative experience;
  • ability to learn new things quickly and self-motivated;
  • excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills with a professional demeanor that promotes collaboration and cooperation;
  • ability to make decisions and act independently while keeping principal investigator and team members informed;
  • ability to work effectively and productively, in a team-based environment, across all levels of faculty, staff, industry representatives, external project stakeholders, government officials and others;
  • impeccable verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex issues and translate them into concrete action plans;
  • ability to exercise discretion in all communications;
  • highly responsive, organized, detail-oriented, and ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing and time-sensitive environment; and
  • experience with basic cloud-based collaborative tools including Google docs, Dropbox, Gmail, Shared Calendars, and smart phone apps including Slack.

Required to be available to work evenings and weekends for grant deadlines and available 7-9 AM ET weekdays during the summer.

Details:
Job Number: 25631
Functional Area: Administration
Department: Comp Sci & Artificial Intelligence Lab
School Area: Schwarzman College of Computing
Pay Range: $77,500 - $105,100
Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Pay Grade: 8

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šŸŽ“What are the key qualifications for this Project Manager role at MIT?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree and minimum three years of administrative experience. Essential skills include excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, self-motivation, independent decision-making, and proficiency with cloud tools like Google Docs, Dropbox, Gmail, Slack. Detail-oriented professionals thrive in fast-paced environments. Learn more about administration jobs and higher ed admin roles.

šŸ’°What is the salary range and employment details?

The pay range is $77,500 - $105,100 (Pay Grade 8), full-time hybrid in Cambridge, MA. Employment is exempt. Compare with university salaries and professor salaries data.

šŸ›‚Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

Visa sponsorship is not available. This Project Manager role requires candidates eligible to work in the US. Check higher ed jobs for similar opportunities.

ā°What are the availability and working hour requirements?

Hybrid full-time with flexibility, but must be available for evenings and weekends during grant deadlines and 7-9 AM ET weekdays in summer. Suited for highly responsive, organized individuals in a time-sensitive research setting.

šŸ”¬What responsibilities does the Project Manager handle?

Coordinate research projects in human genomics and AI, ensure timely deliverables, align collaborators at MIT and Broad Institute, manage grant/reporting under Prof. Manolis Kellis. Work with multidisciplinary teams. See related research jobs.

šŸ“How can I apply for this MIT Project Manager position?

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