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Lila Sciences · 2 days ago

Scientist I/II, Robotics

positionCambridge, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$176K/yr - $304K/yr

Lila Sciences is pioneering a new age of boundless discovery with its scientific superintelligence platform. As a Scientist I/II in Robotics, you will lead the development of autonomous robotic systems to enhance scientific workflows, integrating advanced robotics and machine learning technologies.

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Responsibilities

Design and develop autonomous robotic systems for transport and workcell operations, integrating advanced path planning, navigation, and motion planning algorithms
Build production-grade mobile manipulation platforms leveraging ROS/ROS2 and modular robotic architectures
Advance robotic perception by integrating sensing modalities such as 3D vision, LIDAR, and tactile sensors to enable robust, adaptable task execution
Use simulation environments to model, test, and optimize task planning, scheduling, and robot behaviors in diverse lab scenarios
Collaborate with AI, mechanical, and software engineering teams to translate theoretical robotics research into real-world autonomous systems

Qualification

RoboticsMotion planningPath planningNavigationROS/ROS2C++PythonPerception systemsSensor integrationSimulation toolsMachine learningReal-time decision-makingCollaboration

Required

Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent research experience
Expertise in motion planning, path planning, and navigation for manipulation and mobile robotics
Proficiency with ROS/ROS2, C++, and Python, with hands-on experience building robotic systems in real-world environments
Deep understanding of perception systems and sensor integration (e.g., camera, LIDAR, tactile sensors)
Proven ability to take robotic systems from concept through to deployment

Preferred

Experience with dual-arm mobile manipulation systems or other high-DOF robotic platforms
Familiarity with simulation tools such as Gazebo, Isaac Sim, or PyBullet
Background in machine learning for perception, control, or adaptive planning
Experience with real-time decision-making in human-robot collaboration scenarios
Strong publication or patent record in robotics, autonomy, or perception

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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