Life Sciences

From pharmaceuticals and medical devices to diagnostics and biotechnology, Massachusetts is a global leader in the life sciences, thanks to our world-class academic institutions and medical centers, our talented workforce, and our industry-sector leading companies. Massachusetts set out to build on these strengths through the signing of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Initiative, a ten year, $1 billion package of investment resources designed to foster continued growth in the Massachusetts Life Sciences Supercluster. To learn more about how to grow your defense industry business in Massachusetts click here.

Life Sciences Support

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, the hub for Massachusetts' thriving life sciences supercluster, is charged with implementing the state’s Life Sciences Initiative. The Center offers programs designed to help young people build careers in the life sciences.

Massachusetts Biotechnology Council

The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council is an association that drives innovation by creating a forum for the biotechnology community to come together, educating the public and policy makers, influencing public policy and advancing the economic interests of individual companies, as well as the sector as a whole.

Massachusetts Medical Device Industry Council (MassMEDIC)

MassMEDIC is an essential organization for continued growth of the medical device industry in Massachusetts. Their mission is to implement collaborative initiatives which make Massachusetts the medical device research, development and manufacturing capital of the world.

Finding Jobs in the Life Sciences in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council's database is your source for biotechnology career opportunities in the Commonwealth. 

Other Local Networking Events

Biotech Tuesday

Since February 2002, BiotechTuesday has been inviting people from the Boston biotechnology community to trendy spots around town. A variety of industry professionals attend each month, including entrepreneurs, investors, attorneys, scientists, and journalists.

EurekaFest

EurekaFest is a multi-day celebration designed to empower a legacy of inventors through activities that inspire youth, honor role models, and encourage creativity and problem solving.

Cambridge Science Festival

The Cambridge Science Festival, the first of its kind in the United States, is a celebration showcasing Cambridge as an internationally recognized leader in science, technology, engineering and math. A multifaceted, multicultural event every spring, the Cambridge Science Festival makes science accessible, interactive and fun!