Open Position

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Overview

The NOVA Lab (Nanoplatforms for Optical-Versatile Applications) at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School is seeking motivated researchers at multiple levels, including: 

• Postdoctoral Fellows (PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree required)

• Research Assistants/Interns (Undergraduate or Master's level)

We welcome applications from individuals passionate about nanomedicine, biophotonics, materials science, pharmaceutical sciences, and biomedical engineering who are interested in contributing to high-impact translational research.

Why Join NOVA Lab?

• Innovative Research: Conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of nanotechnology, bioimaging, and theranostics.   

• Advanced Technologies: Work with state-of-the-art tools for plasmonic sensing, drug delivery, optical imaging, animal models, and nanomaterial design.   

• Collaborative Environment: Engage with a multidisciplinary team across imaging, biology, chemistry, and clinical medicine.   

• Career Growth: Receive strong mentorship and ample opportunities to develop your scientific career (e.g., publications, grant writing, conference presentations).   

• Flexibility: Flexible position types and start dates (on-site preferred).

Key Responsibilities

Depending on position level and background, responsibilities may include:

• Designing and synthesizing polymer-based carriers or lipid nanoparticles (LNPs).

• Performing in vitro and/or in vivo studies for imaging and therapy.

• Developing or optimizing fluorescence imaging or plasmonic sensing techniques.

• Data analysis, figure generation, and manuscript preparation.

• Supporting lab operations and mentoring junior members.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have:

• A strong background in one or more of the following areas: organic chemistry, materials science, polymer science, biomedical engineering, immunology, cell/molecular biology, optical imaging, or related fields.   

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.   

• Experience in LNP physicochemical characterization, formulation, or nano-bio interactions is highly desirable.   

• For Postdoctoral Applicants: PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree is required. Candidates must have their own external fellowship (or have secured independent funding) to be considered for this position.   

• For RAs or Interns: Relevant undergraduate or graduate research experience.

How to Apply

Please email the following materials as a single PDF to hkang7@mgh.harvard.edu or skashiwagi@mgh.harvard.edu with the subject line: “Research Position Application – NOVA Lab”

• CV with contact information for 2-3 professional references.

• Cover Letter/Statement: A brief (1-page max) statement describing your research interests and how they align with the NOVA Lab.

• Availability: Your preferred start date and time commitment.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.