Engineering Structures Jobs in Burlington Massachusetts

WHO WE ARE

Strand Research is a biotechnology startup dedicated to developing and optimizing novel molecules for consumer applications, with a primary focus on hair. Positioned at the crossroads of science and beauty, our mission is to address the most significant challenges in hair care faced by consumers today. We are committed to innovation driven by rigorous data and relentless pursuit of efficacy, creating solutions that will set new industry standards and redefine what is possible in hair care. Our lab is based in Kendall Square and we have secured substantial funding, providing us with several years of runway to bring groundbreaking ingredients to market.

We are at a stage of rapid growth, and looking for results-driven, high octane, resourceful individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, high intensity environment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking to hire an experienced Formulation Chemist / Technician to join the R&D Formulations team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing a wide variety of haircare formulations incorporating our proprietary ingredients. Experience with personal care or cosmetics formulation is required.

This individual will:

• Support the development of high-performance haircare formulations in accordance with project briefs and technical guidance
• Perform formulation, testing, and documentation activities while ensuring adherence to project timelines and milestones
• Contribute to scale-up efforts by preparing samples, capturing process parameters, and supporting pilot-scale or manufacturing trials
• Support formulation handoff to Product Development or external manufacturing partners through clear documentation and sample preparation.
• Follow good laboratory practices while maintaining detailed and accurate records of samples, analyses, ingredients, and results, demonstrating traceability and repeatability through organized documentation and reporting.
• Create and maintain product ingredient lists, formulation documents and final specifications for finished formulations.
• Calibrate, organize, and order equipment and ingredients as needed to perform project and investigatory tasks.
• Interface with external ingredient suppliers for sampling, ordering and maintaining technical records and inventory of raw materials.
• Stay apprised of beauty and wellness market trends, as well as formulation techniques, ingredients, and regulations to inform new product formulation and development

WHO YOU ARE

• You are an experienced personal care formulator with at least 1-2 years of industry experience in a hands-on role in the personal care industry. Knowledge of surfactant and emulsion systems is a must.
• B.S. or higher in cosmetic science or related fields is required.
• You have a strong understanding of the beauty and wellness customer and a proven ability to translate consumer needs into novel products.
• You have a solid working knowledge of industry ingredients and processing methodologies and formulation best practices.
• You are an independent problem solver with a passion for creating products that people love, consistently thinking out of the box and taking the initiative to take the next step without instruction.
• You have strong project management and organizational skills, with an ability to create structure in ambiguous situations. You can balance multiple projects at once and prioritize tasks based on project needs.
• You are a hard worker with a high level of accountability. You hold yourself to high standards but also expect those around you to ask well..
• You believe good enough never really is good enough. You want to always improve, both personally and professionally.
• You are adaptable and a team player, willing to go the extra mile and jump in on ad hoc tasks to support the overall company growth.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position is hiring for an immediate start
• This position is in-office 5 days a week in our Cambridge, Massachusetts office

Apply here: (s) Ruru Hoong, Anya Shchetkina, and Jimin Nam (MIT Sloan) are seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to work as full-time pre-doctoral researchers. The position involves close collaboration with 1-2 faculty members (depending on research interests) on empirical research projects related to digital technologies, advertising, and AI. You will contribute at all stages of the research process — from data collection and cleaning to analysis and writing. Some structural modelling or applied ML methods development may be involved if of interest.

Active and planned research projects include: 

• The design of information for human-AI collaboration
• The impact of generative AI on worker productivity, task allocation, and organizational design
• The design of AI-driven hiring tools, such as optimizing voice-AI interviews for candidate screening
• Youth, social media, and smartphones
• The effects of AI on education and learning, including adaptive AI tutoring and path dependence in AI product rollout
• AI and wellbeing, including how generative AI tools affect individual and worker wellbeing
• Household and business surveys on electricity in Ghana
• Mechanization and preferences - marketing in 19th Century tea
• Measuring advertising effectiveness with aggregate data
• Experimental design under privacy constraints
• Identifying limits of targeting and personalization effectiveness 

Methods used across these projects include randomized controlled trials, experiments, machine learning, natural language processing, large language models, probabilistic ML, and adaptive learning (bandits and Bayesian optimization).

A core goal of the position is to prepare you to apply to and succeed in PhD programs in marketing, economics, management, operations or related fields. We will work together to develop your research skills — beginning with careful research workflow and attention to detail, and progressing toward more independent analysis over time. We will also collaborate on other elements of your preparation, including independent research, letters of recommendation, and coursework planning. You will be encouraged to attend seminars and engage with the broader research community at MIT Sloan and across MIT.

You do not need to arrive with a polished skill set; the purpose of a predoc is to also help you develop that training. What matters most is a genuine interest in these research questions, a willingness to learn, and the determination to see difficult problems through. 

Principal responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and manage large-scale quantitative and qualitative datasets across active research projects related to marketing, digital economics, and AI
• Conduct empirical analysis using methods such as causal inference, machine learning, NLP, and experimental design
• Contribute to all stages of the research process — from literature review and data collection through analysis and writing
• Design and implement surveys and experiments using tools such as Qualtrics and oTree
• Write, review, and maintain reproducible research code in Python, R, or Stata, including responsible use of AI coding tools
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree with strong grades, ideally in a quantitative field
• Comfort with or eagerness to learn programming (Python, R, or Stata) and experimental tools (Qualtrics, oTree)
• Willingness to experiment with AI coding tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor, Copilot) while maintaining a healthy skepticism — you should be prepared to understand and review every line of code these tools generate
• A long-term interest in pursuing a PhD in marketing, economics, management, operations, or a related field.
• A familiarity with causal inference or Bayesian statistics is welcome but not required
• Prior research experience is a plus but not a prerequisite
• Careful attention to detail — the kind of person who double-checks a merge and notices when a number doesn't look right
• Curiosity, initiative, and the persistence to work through open-ended problems
• The ability to work independently
• Visa sponsoring will not be available for this position. Candidates should have authorization to work in the US for the duration of the appointment. 

The position is located at the MIT Sloan School of Management in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The default start date is July 1, 2026, with some flexibility to begin earlier or later. The position typically lasts 1-2 years prior to entering a PhD program. Salary is competitive with other pre-doctoral research positions (50-63k). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Application Instructions

If you are interested, please submit the following:

• A one-page cover letter describing your background, research interests, coding experience, and future goals. Please indicate which of the research areas listed above interest you most and why.
• A CV
• A transcript
• A writing sample — a research paper, term paper, or thesis that reflects your analytical abilities
• (optional) A code sample you have written, with a brief summary of what it does and the outputs it produces
• The names and contact information of two references
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting early March until the position(s) are filled.

** To comply with regulations by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the principal duties in position descriptions must be essential to the job. To identify essential functions, focus on the purpose and the result of the duties rather than the manner in which they are performed. The following definition applies: a job function is essential if removal of that function would fundamentally change the job.

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Position Summary:

The Associate Director, Quality Control will be responsible for providing strategic, scientific, and operational leadership for the development, qualification, validation, and lifecycle management of analytical methods supporting Upstream Bio’s lead program verekitug. This role will manage and execute GMP quality control (QC) activities directly related to batch release for clinical trial material supply. The leader in this role must assure that quality controls for investigational new drugs (investigational medicinal products) meet all quality requirements, regulatory standards, and meet continuous clinical supply and delivery expectations. The Associate Director will report to Senior Director of Analytical and serve as a key partner to Quality, CMC, Regulatory, and cross-functional teams. This individual will provide technical guidance and business acumen to ensure execution of analytical activities for late-stage programs through BLA/MAA submission, approval, and commercial launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Author, review and approve analytical method procedures/SOPs
• Author, review and approve analytical method transfer/qualification/validation protocols and reports
• Manage external CDMOs and CROs to execute Development and GMP release and stability testing of Drug Substance and Drug Product in a compliant-manner
• Establish and manage reference standard and critical reagent programs
• Participate in the laboratory quality system activities such as internal audits, writing standard operating procedures, and documentation review.
• Perform data verification and audits in order to ensure accuracy of data and analytical processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and SOPs as well as global health authority guidelines.
• Create, analyze, verify, and approve QC data such as method validation, release and stability, results, reports, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Generate, review, and revise specifications, SOPs, and other QC laboratory and testing documentation.
• Lead Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), and Deviation investigations related to the QC laboratory and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) are implemented.

Qualifications:

• Experience in stability study performance/evaluation and/or knowledge/familiarity with USP/compendial testing is helpful.
• Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software (Word / EXCEL / PowerPoint), Stability software and statistical analysis/trending to support shelf life and labeling is expected.

Knowledge and skills (general and technical) preferred:

• Broad background, strong comprehension, and demonstrated skills in analytical methods development/validation/transfer/similar, reference standards characterization/structural elucidation, and unknown identification.

Education level and/or relevant experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or allied health field (or equivalent degree) and 10+ years of demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing projects along with 7+ years relevant analytical experience in a cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical laboratory environment. Any ASQ or other certifications is a plus.

About Upstream Bio:

Upstream Bio is a public company based in Waltham, MA. We are developing verekitug, the only known antagonist currently in development that targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP). We have advanced this highly potent monoclonal antibody into separate Phase 2 trials for the treatment of severe asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) and plan to initiate development in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Our experienced team is committed to maximizing verekitug’s unique attributes to address the substantial unmet needs for patients underserved by today’s standard of care. Learn more about us at .

Compensation

Target Salary Range: $176,400 - $215,600

*Base Compensation for this role will depend on a number of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. Base pay is only one component of the company’s total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or the incentive compensation program (if applicable), as well as equity. Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, etc.

Director, Insights & Analytics

As Director, Insights & Analytics, you will be a key leader within the commercial business team, reporting to the Head of Decision Sciences. In this role, you will establish and execute integrated, scalable processes to amplify insights across brands and functions, including Field, Digital, and Patient Services.

Your primary focus will be to operationalize business-critical questions aligned to strategic priorities and translating insights into action. You will help shape cross-functional teams supporting priority therapeutic areas, with a strong emphasis on nephrology, building repeatable processes that enhance decision-making, improve brand performance, and enable rapid response to market dynamics. Working closely with cross-brand and analytics partners, you will ensure insights are effectively translated into strategies that support broader business goals.

Keywords: Analytics, Insights, Market Research, Forecasting, Nephrology

Responsibilities:

• Define and operationalize the control tower by designing end-to-end insights gathering, synthesis, and dissemination processes.
• Continuously assess and refine processes to meet evolving business needs and strategic objectives.
• Connect functional support areas to ensure alignment with brand strategies and KPIs, particularly within nephrology-focused brand teams.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration forums to drive shared accountability and coordinated execution.
• Align analytics initiatives with strategic priorities across teams.
• Integrate market signals and performance data to guide strategic decisions and resource allocation.
• Partner with analytics teams to interpret data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Prepare and present insights to senior stakeholders to inform strategy and execution.

Who You Are

You are a strategic, highly organized leader who thrives in fast-paced environments. You bring deep experience in nephrology and combine strong analytical thinking with a solid understanding of pharmaceutical operations. You excel at influencing stakeholders across functions, building trust, and creating processes that are both rigorous and adaptable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Business, Life Sciences); master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in insights, analytics, strategy, or operations within pharmaceutical or healthcare environments, including meaningful experience supporting nephrology brands or therapeutic areas.
• Strong project management skills and experience enhancing platforms for insights structuring.
• Proven ability to deliver data-driven recommendations and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling capability.

Production Supervisor – Aerospace

$45 - $48 per hour + Excellent Benefits Package

Melrose, MA

Are you a Production Supervisor or Foreman, from an Aerospace background, looking to step up in to a Production Managers position?

This is an excellent opportunity to receive on the job training to develop your leadership skills whilst putting your own stamp on the business and overseeing a wide range of manufacturing processes.

This is a great time to join this niche manufacturer as they continue to work on innovative projects for their loyal customer base.

On offer is a varied role where you will be responsible for managing the machining, welding, painting, assembly and shipping teams. This is a fast paced role where you will work closely with clients and have the autonomy to implement new processes.

This role would suit an experienced Assembler, who wants to receive on the job training to develop as a Production Manager with a highly successful company where you will lean a wide range of new manufacturing processes.

The Role:

*Production Manager

*Overseeing machining, welding, painting, assembly and shipping processes

*Working closely with customers and implementing new bespoke processes

The Candidate:

*Experienced Production Supervisor / Foreman

*Aerospace background

*Wants on the job training and to progress as a manager