Postdoctoral Research Associate Jobs in Massachusetts
Postdoctoral research associate jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in academic research, biomedical sciences, and life sciences, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the country for early-career researchers. Most openings are in Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester, where institutions like Harvard University, MIT, and Massachusetts General Hospital maintain large, sustained research programs. Computational biology, neuroscience, and oncology are among the most in-demand specialties right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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
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
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 professional communication 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
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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
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
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 professional communication 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
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral research associate jobs across Massachusetts.
- PhD in a relevant discipline completed before the appointment start date
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in the candidate's research area
- Experience with grant writing or active participation in funded research projects
- Proficiency in specialized laboratory techniques or computational tools relevant to the position
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting and reporting research findings
- Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams within an academic or research institution
Postdoctoral Research Associate Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a postdoctoral research associate in Massachusetts?
You become a postdoctoral research associate in Massachusetts by completing a doctoral degree and applying directly to university or hospital research programs. There is no state-issued license required for the role itself. Most appointments are made through individual principal investigators or department hiring committees at institutions like Harvard, MIT, UMass, or Boston University. A strong dissertation, publications, and a research statement tailored to the lab's focus are the core hiring criteria.
Which companies hire postdoctoral research associates in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts postdoctoral research associate roles are posted by Beth Israel Lahey Health, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Umass Lowell and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of research universities, teaching hospitals, and life sciences companies means hiring is active across both academic and industry settings throughout the year.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most postdoctoral research associate jobs?
Boston, Lowell, and Amherst have the most postdoctoral research associate openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge dominate because they anchor one of the highest concentrations of research universities, teaching hospitals, and biotech companies in the country, while Worcester draws consistent volume through UMass Medical School and its affiliated research centers.
Are there remote postdoctoral research associate jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Most postdoctoral research associate work is hands-on and tied to specific labs, instruments, or clinical research sites. About 14% of postdoctoral research associate openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a small share of computational, data science, or bioinformatics-focused appointments where wet lab access is not required.
How can I get hired as a postdoctoral research associate in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to apply before your dissertation defense, as many Massachusetts institutions accept candidates who will complete their PhD within six months of the appointment start date. Reaching out directly to principal investigators at institutions like MIT, Boston Children's Hospital, or the Broad Institute, even before a position is posted, is standard practice in academic research. A preprint, a conference presentation, or a strong recommendation from a doctoral advisor carries significant weight when formal publications are limited.
Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral research associate jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to postdoctoral research associate jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings in one place. Search the listings for roles that match your research background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and lab interests.
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