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Broad Institute

Postdoctoral Associate - Chen Lab

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$70K - $92K/yr

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The postdoctoral associate will lead an independent research project aligned with the lab's broader mission. Possible project areas include: • Developing new spatial or temporal genomics ...

NorthEastern

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Boston, MA

$60K - $85K/yr

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The Postdoctoral Associate will give presentations of their work, will help write papers reporting on research results, will help supervise graduate students, and will closely interact with the PI ...

NorthEastern

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Boston, MA

$60K - $85K/yr

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The Postdoctoral Associate will work under the Principal Investigators (Constance Yowell, Sasha Goldman, and Christine Bolzan) and alongside external collaborators with substantial latitude to shape ...

Northeastern University

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

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The Postdoctoral Associate will work under the Principal Investigators (Constance Yowell, Sasha Goldman, and Christine Bolzan) and alongside external collaborators with substantial latitude to shape ...

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How much do postdoc associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for postdoc associate in Massachusetts is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Postdoc Associate vs Research Scientist?

AspectPostdoc AssociateResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsDoctoral degree (Ph.D.) in relevant fieldMaster's or Ph.D., often with more industry experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research institutions, labsIndustry, corporate R&D labs, biotech firms
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government research agenciesPrivate companies, biotech, pharmaceuticals
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Postdoc Associate and a Research Scientist lies in their work environment and career stage. Postdoc Associates typically work in academic or research institutions focusing on research and publishing, often as a stepping stone to faculty roles. Research Scientists usually work in industry settings, applying research to product development or innovation, often with more experience and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Postdoc Associate job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,134 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Postdoctoral Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Job Summary:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in Mechanical Engineering to perform cutting-edge research on machine learning models for Computer Aided Design and Engineering Design. The role involves researching, designing, and developing novel methods and algorithms for applications in the Engineering Design domain while working in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
• perform cutting-edge research on projects centered around machine learning models for Computer Aided Design and Engineering Design
• researching, designing, and developing novel methods and algorithms for applications in the Engineering Design domain
• demonstrating a commitment to deliver results
• working on research proposals
• working in a team environment
Qualifications:
Required:
• Ph.D. in computer science, mechanical engineering, applied math, or related field with significant research experience in machine-learning/AI algorithm development, specifically in deep generative models and/or graph neural networks.
• The ability to transfer your knowledge to Engineering problems is however expected.
Company:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology provides higher education, academic research, digital learning, and technology licensing programs. Founded in 1861, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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