Join our team!


We are recruiting PhD, MASc, and undergraduate students for summer and fall 2025! We are building an interdisciplinary team from different backgrounds, including Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering; Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Ocean Sciences; and related fields. If you are passionate about the oceans, drug discovery, and sustainability, with a strong interest in microbiology and chemistry, please email Prof. Rachel Gregor (rgregor[at]mit[dot]edu) with the below information. 

Graduate students: 

There are 2-3 positions available at the MASc and PhD level.  PhD positions are open to domestic and international candidates, but unfortunately, MASc positions are only available for domestic candidates at this time.
 
For more information for prospective graduate students, including admissions requirements, please consult the department website: link

Please contact Prof. Gregor in advance if you intend to apply and are interested in joining our lab.  Please include your CV, transcript, and a short (8-10 sentences max!) summary of your background and what interests you about this research and group specifically.

Undergraduate students:

Interested in conducting thesis research or a summer research project? Please reach out with a short statement describing your interest in the group, and any previous research or professional work experience.

Postdoctoral researchers: 

We do not currently have dedicated funding available for postdoctoral researchers. Applicants interested in applying for fellowships, or who have independent funding, are encouraged to reach out. Please reach out a copy of your CV and a cover letter describing your interest in the group and your research experience.