Lila Sciences · 5 hours ago
Research Associate, DNA Assembly and Production
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$72K/yr - $96K/yr
1+ years expLila Sciences is a pioneering company focused on applying AI to scientific methods in life sciences. They are seeking a Research Associate to support DNA production and sequencing workflows, improve processes, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AILife ScienceSoftware
Responsibilities
Execute low, medium and high-throughput DNA production workflows, identify and address sources of variation to enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability
Integrate and optimize custom automation technologies to streamline production processes
Collaborate with the members of the Nucleic Acids team and our Data Sciences and Machine Learning groups to onboard new workflows, resolve bottlenecks, and improve data systems
Write, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for both existing and new lab processes
Conduct data analysis and interpretation to monitor lab processes and drive process improvements
Provide operational leadership within the lab, coordinating activities and ensuring smooth execution of production workflows
Qualification
Required
MSc in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field with 1 years, or BSc with 3+ years, of high-throughput DNA production or related experience. Industry experience strongly preferred
Hands-on expertise in molecular biology techniques, including DNA cloning and sequencing
Experience with DNA library preparation for various downstream applications including ONT and Illumina sequencing and library construction
Experience working in high-throughput production environments with a focus on scalability and efficiency
Familiarity with integrated laboratory automation technologies and their application in DNA production workflows
Proven ability to identify and resolve process inefficiencies and implement phased improvements
Strong data analysis skills and ability to interpret workflow performance metrics
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams
Preferred
Experience in designing and optimizing DNA assembly workflows for synthetic biology applications
Experience with assembling high diversity DNA libraries
Familiarity with digital systems and data pipelines used in high-throughput environments
Demonstrated ability to use electronic lab notebooks and write technical documentation, such as SOPs and validation reports
Knowledge of best practices for lab operations
Benefits
Bonus potential
Generous early equity
Company
Lila Sciences
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.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$550MKey Investors
NVenturesFlagship Pioneering
2025-10-14Series A· $115M
2025-09-14Series A· $235M
2025-03-10Seed· $200M
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