Working at MIT offers opportunities, an environment, a culture – and benefits – that just aren’t found together anywhere else. If you’re curious, motivated, want to be part of a unique community, and help shape the future – then take a look at this opportunity.

SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR, McGovern Institute for Brain Research, to work with the director, faculty, and staff to facilitate strategic planning and implementation of major research initiatives that support the McGovern’s overall scientific vision and mission. Will translate McGovern’s vision into collaborative research plans to ensure that scientific goals align with the vision; draft reports and prepare public presentations and award nominations; write descriptions of research within/beyond McGovern for the scientific community, donors, and the public; serve as scientific advisor to McGovern headquarters and scientific mission liaison within/beyond the McGovern Institute community; provide advice to faculty and staff on papers/presentations; initiate and support joint scientific endeavors with external collaborators; identify potential collaborators, initiate proposals, and oversee communication to nurture relationships and ensure efficient completion of projects; monitor progress and help coordinate efforts within McGovern’s major research centers; work with staff and external collaborators to resolve blocking issues and ensure achievement of key scientific goals; work with directors to manage the McGovern Institute Neurotechnology Program, marmoset genetics program, and McGovern research centers; support the McGovern director with developing and implementing strategic plans/policies; handle administrative oversight of McGovern’s core facilities to ensure that technological capabilities are aligned with user needs and financial resources; advise junior researchers; seek out new sources of funding and write grant applications; give presentations and tours; and perform related tasks as requested. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED:  Ph.D in neuroscience or related field; experience developing and managing large strategic initiatives; established publication record; broad interest in neuroscience ability to discuss a wide range of projects; excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills.  

PREFERRED:  editorial/communications experience. Job #18853

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