Mission, Vision & Values
Our mission, vision and values are the driving force behind the work we do in our communities.
Make a Difference
Whether you're a scientist, faculty member, clinician, or industry professional — Joslin Diabetes Center is looking for the best and brightest minds to fight diabetes and improve patient care. We're known as the preeminent diabetes research, patient care, and education center, and we're proud to have the resources and talent to make real advances in diabetes care.
If you're looking to make a difference in the lives of people with diabetes, and if you're energized at the idea of contributing your skills to this worthwhile effort, Joslin Diabetes Center is the place for you. Leading healthcare and industry professionals love working at Joslin because of its strong community, commitment to compassion, and encouragement of professional growth.
Outstanding Work Culture
At Joslin Diabetes Center, your contribution matters. As a small, dedicated community, every role is part of the larger mission and you will be able to see your impact and how it matters to those with diabetes and their families.
At Joslin we are a learning and teaching organization that encourages innovation and creativity. Our success depends on employee engagement and involvement which is recognized and rewarded. Joslin embraces diversity and inclusion and the strength and perspective it brings to our community.
Our leadership team supports and fosters a collaborative atmosphere to guide Joslin's relentless pursuit of a cure that will transform millions of lives around the world. If you are passionate about changing the landscape of diabetes across the globe then there is no other place for you to work.
Benefits
Explore our benefits designed to help you and your family enjoy the best in health and wellbeing.
Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Insurance
Joslin offers two HMO plan options through Tuft’s Health Plan, with coverage available to you and your family immediately upon hire. Premium deductions are made on a pre-tax basis.
Dental Insurance
Joslin offers the Delta Dental PPO Plus Premier. You and your family are eligible to join immediately upon hire. Premium deductions are taken on a pre-tax basis.
Vision Insurance
Joslin offers a vision plan through EyeMed Vision Care. You and your family are eligible to join immediately upon hire. Employees pay 100% of the cost, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis.
Financial Security
Short Term Disability
Joslin provides company paid short term disability benefits, at 60% of your weekly base salary, to a maximum weekly benefit level. Enrollment is effective the first of the month after three months of employment.
Long Term Disability
Joslin provides company paid long term disability benefits for staff members who are unable to work after 13 weeks due to a medical disability. The benefit provides the staff member with disability pay equivalent to 60% of monthly base salary, capped at the monthly plan maximum. Enrollment is effective the first of the month after three months of employment.
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Joslin provides company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance, equal to two times the staff member’s annual earnings. Staff members may purchase additional (supplemental) life insurance coverage for themselves, spouses and/or dependent children at low group rates. Enrollment is effective the first of the month after three months of employment.
Retirement Plan
The Center offers a 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan administered by TIAA. All employees are eligible upon hire and are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax deferral contribution of 5%. Employees may change their deferral election or chose to withdraw from the program at any time.
Commuting Benefits
Joslin offers a subsidy on parking and MBTA passes, commuter rail passes, vanpools and carpools, via payroll deduction.
Joslin is a member of MASCO, which provides ride-matching services through its Commute Works department. For more information on commuting, go to MASCO CommuteWorks.
Paid Time Off
Full-time staff members accrue 160 hours (20 days) per year of earned-time (ET). Time accrues on a bi-weekly basis and is prorated for part-time employees. ET may be used for vacation, short term illness or personal time-off.
Holidays
Joslin observes 11 holidays per year: New Year’s, Martin Luther King, President’s Day, Patriot’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas, and one discretionary holiday.
Discounts and Perks
Credit Union
Staff members are eligible to join the Alpha Credit Union at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. You can take advantage of checking and savings accounts, low interest loans and other services, such as purchase of traveler’s checks, money orders, savings bonds and more.
Flexible Spending Accounts
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefit administered through WageWorks, provides the option to use pre-tax dollars for reimbursement of health care and/or dependent care expenses. You are eligible to participate immediately upon hire.
Staff Member Referrals: $500 Bonus
Joslin encourages staff members to recommend candidates for positions within the Center. After your referral has been employed for 90 days, you will receive a $500 bonus.
Tuition Reimbursement
Staff members who work 20 hours a week or more and who have completed their introductory period, may apply for tuition reimbursement; amount of reimbursement is based on length of service.
Why Choose a Career at Joslin?
Our team is passionate about diabetes care, research and education. Are you ready to make a difference in helping us achieve our mission?
