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Lila Sciences · 1 day ago

Scientific Lab Operator

positionCambridge, MA USA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$52K/yr - $75K/yr

Lila Sciences is pioneering a new age of boundless discovery through their scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab. They are seeking Scientific Lab Operators to support materials science experiments, operating lab equipment, maintaining high-quality data, and collaborating with scientists and engineers in a laboratory setting.

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Responsibilities

Operate automated lab equipment and interact with teams that span electrochemistry, surface characterization, and synthesis
Own daily lab operations—setup, teardown, material organization, and troubleshooting of novel and fundamental device testing setups
Execute designed protocols, monitor tests, and log observations that can impact data
Provide feedback to scientists and engineers on testing workflows and observations to improve quality, reliability, and efficiency within the lab space

Qualification

ElectrochemistryMaterials characterizationSynthesis methodsLab experienceEquipment operationPythonMATLABWorkflow optimizationCommunicationAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree, associate degree, or technical diploma in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or related field
Hands-on lab experience from coursework, internships, co-ops, or previous roles handling solid state and liquid materials
Experience with or willingness to learn techniques within electrochemistry, characterization, or synthesis methods
Stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, fine motor tasks. Work with chemicals, solvents, and equipment following PPE and safety procedures
Clear written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail and work flow optimization, self-driving mindset for learning new skills/topics and engaging in discussions

Preferred

Project or historical experience with one or more: potentiostats, materials characterization (ex. SEM/XRD/XRF), profilometry, optical microscopy, 3D printing, vacuum synthesis methods, thin films, and membranes
Documentation design and control of processes relevant to R&D, troubleshooting instruments and implementing improvements for manual and automated workflows
Instrument software, coding experience (Python, MATLAB, and other data analysis tools), Excel for data tracking, and communication tools
Prototyping, 3D printing (FDM/SLA), pumps, valves, and basic engineering tools

Benefits

Bonus potential
Generous early equity

Company

Lila Sciences

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Lila Sciences creates a scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous labs for life sciences, chemistry, and materials science. It is a sub-organization of Flagship Pioneering.
dateFounded in 2023
location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.lila.ai

H1B Sponsorship

Lila Sciences has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$550M
Key Investors
NVenturesFlagship Pioneering
2025-10-14Series A· $115M
2025-09-14Series A· $235M
2025-03-10Seed· $200M

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