About Us
What is MBI?
MBI is a nonprofit building a biotech cluster in Central Massachusetts. We help emerging life sciences companies advance from concept to clinical trials through the Commonwealth’s longest-running life sciences startup incubator. MBI’s mission is to be a partner for fostering innovation in the life sciences by helping companies bring lifesaving products to patients, create jobs, and promote economic development in Central Massachusetts and throughout the Commonwealth. It is estimated that since 2000, MBI has assisted over 200 companies that have created over 1,800 jobs and had over $2.2 billion in economic impact.
MISSION
MBI is a partner for:
- Startups: Fostering innovation in the life sciences
- Industry: Facilitating access to early-stage technologies and workforce development support
- Government: Life science economic and workforce development to create a sustainable ecosystem in Massachusetts
Our Team
Ronald Cote
Chuck Cowan
Karri Freeland
Lili MacMurdo
Melina Matroni
Joe Metterville
Tim Nogler
Marsha Rolle
Zu Shen
Jon Weaver
Board of Trustees
Officers
Chuck Kunsch, Ph.D.
Raymond Knox
Jon Weaver
Trustees
Lauren Foster, D.Sc.
Robert J. Anderson, LLM, Esq., CPA*
Abraham Haddad, DMD, FACD*
David R. Grenon*
Linda McGoldrick, Ph.D.*
Philip R. Morgan*
Strategic Advisory Board
Parth Chakrabarti
Rosanna Garcia, Ph.D.
Ben Linville-Engler
Partnership Opportunities
Become an MBI Partner
Join our mission to revolutionize the life science industry by supporting and nurturing startup companies on the cutting edge of innovation. Become an MBI Partner to support our unique StartUp to ScaleUp incubation model that helps companies advance from concept to clinical trials under one roof.
Contact us today to learn how MBI tailors our partnerships around the current and future needs of our startups.
Why Partner with MBI?
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To gain access & exposure.By partnering with MBI, you will gain visibility among the brightest minds and influential players in the growing biotech industry. This partnership will enable you to engage directly with emerging startups, providing you with valuable networking opportunities, potential partnerships, and first-hand access to groundbreaking technologies and advancements in the biomedical sector.
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To foster innovation.MBI serves as a catalyst for innovation by providing crucial resources, state-of-the-art facilities, and mentorship to life science startups. By supporting MBI, you will help create an environment where startups can flourish, leading to the development of life-saving therapies and technologies.
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To flex your “collaborative gene.”Your partnership will include opportunities to connect with startups to help foster collaborations with industry experts, academic institutions, and investors. These collaborations fuel innovation, accelerate research, and facilitate the translation of scientific discoveries into tangible products that impact lives.
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To drive economic growth.As a partner, you will actively contribute to the development of a vibrant biotech ecosystem that attracts talent, investment, and opportunities to Massachusetts. By supporting MBI, you will help stimulate local and regional economies while maintaining the Commonwealth’s position as the global leader in the life sciences.
Join us in our mission to empower life science startups and drive transformative change. Together, we can unlock the potential of innovation, fuel economic growth, and shape a future where groundbreaking therapies and technologies are readily available to those in need.
MBI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping our companies grow and thrive. If you want to help innovative life sciences companies advance from concept to clinical trials and bring life-saving products to patients, support MBI today with an individual donation. By donating to MBI, you support our Blue Beaker Campaign, which aims to raise $6 million to fund the development of our pilot Biomanufacturing Center. The completion of our new incubation space is part of our initiative to make Central Massachusetts a life sciences and biomanufacturing hub.
Project Coordinator (Full Time, Grant-Funded)
Location: Worcester, MA (Onsite) Hours: 40 hours/week Term: January 2026 - December 2027 (with potential for extension contingent on funding availability) About Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) is a Worcester-based nonprofit driving economic growth and job creation by supporting emerging biotech companies, workforce development, and economic development. MBI leads regional efforts to build Central Massachusetts into a global biotechnology hub by supporting startups, developing workforce pipelines, and fostering collaboration between industry and academia. Position Overview The Project Coordinator will play a key role in supporting MBI’s workforce development outreach and economic development efforts. This position will assist with community engagement, administration and reporting for workforce and economic development projects, particularly those projects supported by state and federal agencies. The ideal candidate has strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to work independently, an interest in workforce and economic development or the life sciences, and a background in marketing, communications, project administration, or community outreach. Key Responsibilities Support implementation of outreach campaigns to promote training opportunities and workforce programs. Develop marketing and communications materials, including social media content, newsletters, and event collateral. Assist with data tracking, grant reporting, and performance measurement. Coordinate meetings, events, and workshops for workforce and economic development-related projects, including logistics and event follow-up. Maintain contact lists, partner communications, and program documentation. Collaborate with MBI’s Director of Workforce & Marketing on all activities, including storytelling and impact communications. Support other workforce- and economic development-related project tasks as needed to achieve biomanufacturing and bioindustrial manufacturing hub project goals. Qualifications Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, or related field. 1+ years of experience in marketing or social media management preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities across departments and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canva, or other design tools is a plus. Compensation & Work Schedule Full time, 8:30am – 5pm Monday- Friday, onsite in Worcester, Massachusetts. Grant-funded through December 2027, with potential for renewal. Competitive pay based on experience Benefits
How to apply
Please email your resume (or CV) and a cover letter to melina@mbi.bio - Please title the email "Project Coordinator Application." Please note: unsolicited services, agency outreach, or sales inquiries related to this posting will not be considered.