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Engineer I/II, Research Operations (1st shift)

Lila Sciences · Cambridge, MA USA · Alewife, Cambridge, MA · One Charles Park, Cambridge, MA

Bio & Science AIonsitemid-level$76k–$125k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Execute high-throughput automated lab workflows powering scientific discovery.
  • Operate advanced robotics and instrumentation across DNA, RNA and cell workflows.
  • Translate lab observations into improvements for reliability and scalability.

What they offer

  • Comprehensive benefits program

Ideal candidate

Detail-oriented lab operator who thrives on-site running high-throughput biology workflows independently, troubleshooting issues and partnering across teams to improve reliability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering or related field plus 3+ years industry lab experience
  • Hands-on experience with pipetting, reagent preparation, sample handling, serial dilution, plate-based workflows or aseptic technique
  • Experience operating laboratory automation or instrumentation in research, production or high-throughput environment
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret QC results, troubleshoot issues and escalate appropriately
  • Strong attention to detail with ability to follow SOPs and maintain traceable documentation
  • Ability to learn new workflows, work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across scientific, engineering and operational teams
  • Ability to work on-site first shift 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
remote policy
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Lab profile

About Lila Sciences

Building an autonomous science platform where AI, automation, and biology co-evolve for medicine and materials.

What they build

  • Autonomous Science Platform
  • AI-designed biologics validated in wet-lab
  • Electro-optic materials and photonic devices

Known for

  • Large-scale automated data generation
  • High-throughput protein purification and analytics
  • Protein design and BioML modeling
  • Robotic orchestration and lab simulation
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