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Foundation Medicine

Associate Laboratory Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

In partnership with Lab Operations Site Head, Director of Quality Assurance Lab Operations, QA LabOPs Licensure & Accreditation team, and Lab Directors (LDs) and Operations Leadership at other sites ...

Vrtx

Director, Lab Systems Engineering

Boston, MA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

General / Position Summary The Director, Business Engagement & Technology, Lab Solutions will lead a team responsible for the architecture, delivery, security, support, and continuous evolution of ...

City of Boston

Director, Forensic Lab

Boston, MA · On-site

$117K - $153K/yr

Under the direct supervision of the Commander of the Forensic Laboratory, the Director authorizes ... Experience in lab management and supervision is strongly preferred; familiar with management ...

City of Boston

Director, Forensic Lab

Boston, MA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Under the direct supervision of the Commander of the Forensic Laboratory, the Director authorizes ... Experience in lab management and supervision is strongly preferred; familiar with management ...

American Family Care

Medical Assistant

Arlington, MA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Coordinate oversight of laboratory with Lab Director, Lab Consultant, and Medical Director as needed * Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations

CBRE

Lab Services Alliance Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$210K/yr

The minimum salary for the Lab Services Alliance Director is $170,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Lab Services Alliance Director position is $210,000 annually. The compensation that is ...

Wit

Lab Technician

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.18 - $32.82/hr

The Lab Technician is part of a collaborative team of technical staff and reports directly to the Director of Labs. Essential Functions: 1. (40%) Oversee use of the School of Architecture and Design ...

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Lab Technician

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.18 - $32.82/hr

The Lab Technician is part of a collaborative team of technical staff and reports directly to the Director of Labs. Essential Functions: 1. (40%) Oversee use of the School of Architecture and Design ...

Materion

Lab Coordinator

Newton, MA · On-site

$23.76 - $29.35/hr

Supports the Quality Director to maintain training records and associated paperwork. * Manage lab equipment calibration including coordinating with third party vendors and maintaining certificates.

Materion Corporation

Lab Coordinator

Newton, MA · On-site

$23.76 - $29.35/hr

Supports the Quality Director to maintain training records and associated paperwork. * Manage lab equipment calibration including coordinating with third party vendors and maintaining certificates.

NorthEastern

Instructional Lab Technician

Boston, MA

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Reporting to the Assistant Director for ECE Labs and Safety in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), the Instructional Lab Technician provides essential technical and ...

Biocytogen

Lab Operations Associate

Waltham, MA · On-site

We are seeking a lab manager in fast pace growing Pharmacology and CRO company. You will be a ... We are looking for a self-directed, well-organized individual who enjoys working with scientists to ...

Biocytogen

Lab Operations Associate

Waltham, MA · On-site

We are seeking a lab manager in fast pace growing Pharmacology and CRO company. You will be a ... We are looking for a self-directed, well-organized individual who enjoys working with scientists to ...

Biocytogen

Lab Operations Associate

Waltham, MA

We are seeking a lab manager in fast pace growing Pharmacology and CRO company. You will be a ... We are looking for a self-directed, well-organized individual who enjoys working with scientists to ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab director in Boston, MA is $136,980.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,200.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Lab Director, you typically need an advanced degree in a scientific discipline, extensive laboratory experience, and strong management skills. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory compliance protocols like CLIA or CAP, and quality assurance tools is crucial. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective lab operations, regulatory adherence, and a high standard of scientific integrity and safety.

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Lab Directors often oversee teams composed of scientists, technicians, and administrative staff from diverse backgrounds. A key challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when balancing research priorities with regulatory compliance and resource allocation. Building a culture of transparency and continuous improvement helps address these challenges, as does providing ongoing professional development to team members. Proactively managing conflicts and aligning the team's goals with the lab's overall mission are also crucial responsibilities.

How much does a lab director make in the US?

A lab director in the US typically earns between $80,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on the industry, location, and level of experience. Salaries can be higher in specialized fields such as clinical or research laboratories, especially with advanced certifications and management responsibilities.

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Research Postdoctoral Fellow, INSPIRE Lab

Massgeneralbrigham

Charlestown, MA

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation


Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


Job Summary

At Spaulding, we aim to apply research results and new ideas to patient care as quickly as possible. As the principal teaching hospital of the Harvard Medical School Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, new ideas and a passion for innovation are part of our makeup. This academic affiliation and combined resources allow us to maintain a vigorous research agenda and operate ongoing clinical trials. These and other endeavors enhance Spaulding's treatment programs, with clinical research results that often quickly find their way to the bedside.
The post-doctoral fellowship is within the INSPIRE lab at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. The fellow will actively study the neuromechanics of whole limb movements in able-bodied persons and persons with spinal cord injury (SCI). Our research team examines the enduring effects of novel treatments on the neuromechanics of limb movements after SCI through rigorous experimentation, electrophysiology, and modeling.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: neuroscience, rehabilitation, and/or engineering. Strong quantitative and experimental skills are required. The work will be conducted in a highly interdisciplinary research environment composed of physiologists, clinicians, neuroscientists, and engineers. In addition to our primary research program, there will be several opportunities to interact and collaborate with faculty in the Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, MIT, and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.


Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in the field of physical rehabilitation

  • Collects, record, analyze and present data

  • Maintains research records and databases

  • Conduct literature searches

  • Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials

  • Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc.

  • Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports

  • Prepares reports of completed projects for publication in technical journals, presentations at professional meetings/conferences, and for use in further applied or theoretical research activities.

  • Participates in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or for presentations

  • Performs administrative support duties as required

  • Draft grants and portions of grants for submission to federal and private agencies with the assistance of the lab director

  • Works under general supervision

  • Stay current in area of research interest through review of the relevant literature; educate self about the latest methods and evidence related to physiologic, cardiovascular, and biomedical science

  • Prepare clinical research protocols and documents for submission to IRB

  • Assists with recruiting participants for clinical trials

  • Conduct clinical research following all institution, state, and federal regulations.

  • Collect research data from participants

  • Obtains participant study data from medical records, physicians, etc.

Lab Specific functions and requirements:

  • Under the supervision of Randy Trumbower, PT, PhD the candidate should have

  • Post-doctoral role is performed per established guidelines.

  • Activities are completed commensurate with technical skills and expertise that were agreed upon at hire.

  • Scientific posters, presentations and publications are completed to meet established goals.

  • Lab and institutional representation are consistent with laboratory aims and SRN mission.

  • Work practices are compliant with funding requirements and regulations.

  • Project budget is monitored to meet financial targets.

  • Uphold the PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Education/Degree
Required

  • Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in their field of study.

Experience
Required

  • Neurologic rehabilitation research

  • Publication in clinical research

Skills

  • Expertise in clinical and/or neuromechanical assessment of human limb movements

  • CPR certification

Required

  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

  • Confident, articulate, and professionalcommunication skills

  • The ability to efficiently & professionally communicate, in English (oral & written)

  • Strong expertise in rehabilitation research

  • Knowledge of clinical research protocols

  • Careful attention to details


Additional Job Details (if applicable)

$70,000 - $71,500


Remote Type

Onsite


Work Location

300 First Avenue


Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


Employee Type

Regular


Work Shift

Day (United States of America)


EEO Statement:

1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


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