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Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Osterville, MA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Ashland, MA · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Osterville, MA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Ashland, MA · On-site

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Seekonk, MA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Turf Care Specialist

Seekonk, MA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong ... With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in insect research, and why are they important?

To thrive in Insect Research, you generally need a degree in entomology, biology, or a related field, along with strong skills in scientific research, data analysis, and fieldwork. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, microscopy, genetic analysis tools, and data management systems is often required, and additional certifications in pest management or research methodologies may be advantageous. Attention to detail, critical thinking, effective communication, and collaboration are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These competencies are essential to conduct rigorous research, accurately interpret results, and share findings effectively within scientific and practical applications.

What is an insect research?

An Insect Research job involves studying insects' behavior, genetics, ecology, and interactions with the environment. Researchers may work in agriculture, conservation, pest control, or medical fields to understand insect roles and impacts. Duties often include fieldwork, data collection, lab experiments, and publishing findings. This research helps in biodiversity conservation, pest management, and disease prevention.

What are typical daily tasks for someone working in insect research?

Insect researchers commonly split their time between fieldwork, where they collect insect specimens or observe behaviors in natural habitats, and laboratory work, which involves analyzing samples, conducting experiments, and recording data. They may use specialized equipment such as microscopes, DNA sequencers, and data analysis software, as well as collaborate with other researchers or support staff. Regular responsibilities also include reviewing scientific literature, preparing reports, and presenting research findings to stakeholders or at conferences. This blend of field, lab, and analytical activities offers variety and hands-on engagement, making the role ideal for those who enjoy both outdoor and scientific work.

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Research Scientist I - Protein Sciences and Structural Biology

Broad Institute

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$88K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

General information
Location
Cambridge, MA
Ref #
44535
Job Family
Research
Date published
07/14/2026
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
$88,000.00/yr - $124,000.00/yr
Description & Requirements
Embedded within the Broad Institute, the Center for the Development of Therapeutics (CDoT) is a highly collaborative organization of professional drug discovery scientists. Our mission is to translate cutting edge biological insights originating from the Broad community into impactful drug discovery projects. We partner with faculty from MIT, Harvard, and the Harvard teaching hospitals together with industry partners in pharmaceutical, biotechnology and venture capital firms to validate druggable targets and identify leads. We combine our deep expertise in drug discovery with the knowledge and unique capabilities of the Broad Institute to explore drug discovery projects in a wide range of disease areas (including oncology, cardiovascular, psychiatry, infectious and rare diseases). We use systematic approaches in genomics, biology, high content imaging, chemistry, and machine learning coupled with the Broad's culture of creativity, risk taking, and open sharing, to successfully advance science and develop new treatments for patients.
We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Research Scientist I to join CDoT's Protein Technologies team. The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of protein construct design, expression, purification, and quality assessment. Experience in structural biology is advantageous.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Developing and executing strategies to clone and express recombinant proteins in a variety of expression systems
  • Purifying tagged or native proteins using standard purification (FPLC systems and column chromatography) and analytical techniques (SDS-PAGE, Western blot, light scattering, and protein LC/MS)
  • With training, produce high quality protein crystal structures and co-crystal structures, carrying out the process from crystallization screening through to structure refinement
  • Initiating and completing routine protein construct design and production in an independent and efficient manner
  • Demonstrating the ability to interpret experimental outcomes and proposing follow-up studies
  • Troubleshooting and solving scientific problems related to protein production independently
  • Operating and maintaining lab equipment independently, including protein purification systems like an AKTA pure
  • Investigating new technologies related to protein expression and purification
  • Documenting work and effectively presenting results in cross-functional project teams

Requirements:
  • Ph.D in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology or related life science field with 0-2+ years of research experience in an industrial or academic setting
  • Expertise in recombinant protein purification using chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, and size exclusion)
  • Significant experience with cloning and expressing proteins using different vectors, tags, and various cell culture systems (mammalian, insect, bacterial, yeast)
  • Significant experience with protein characterization (analytical size exclusion chromatography, mass spectrometry, light scattering, western blot and biophysical binding studies)
  • Experience in protein crystallography and crystallographic data processing, model refinement, and structural analysis is a plus
  • Experience with biophysical characterization of proteins (ITC, DSC, SPR, NMR etc.) is a plus
  • A proven record of successful interaction with project team members, external customers or vendors

The successful candidate will be a results-focused, team-oriented, creative bench scientist able to excel in a fast-track environment. She or he must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and exhibit strong problem solving skills. In addition, the successful candidate should be a clear and effective communicator, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills to enable collaboration with project teams, peers, and management in identifying and achieving research goals.
The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law.
At Broad, your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits.
The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.

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