Research Scientist 1
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA · Posted October 27, 2026
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November 2026
- #1Best cities for healthcare pay after cost of living$180k · of 24
- #1Best cities for director and executive jobs53% · of 100
- #1Best cities for director and executive jobs in the Northeast53% · of 70
- #1Best cities for director and executive jobs in New England53% · of 28
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- #2Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in New England59 jobs · of 14
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among medical scientists, except epidemiologists is little observed so far. Measured exposure for medical scientists, except epidemiologists: 4% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Working at MIT offers opportunities that just aren't found anywhere else, including generous and unique benefits that help to ensure that MIT employees are healthy, supported, and enjoy a fulfilling w