Lila Sciences · 14 hours ago
Administrative Assistant
Cambridge, MA USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $126K/yr
3+ years expLila Sciences is a pioneering startup focused on applying AI to scientific research. They are seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the CEO and President, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and providing reliable administrative support.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AILife ScienceSoftware
Responsibilities
Partner closely with the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Executive Assistant to the President to help support their day-to-day operations
Provide backup support for executive scheduling, travel, and administrative needs
Track expenses, invoices, and basic administrative workflows
Oversee occasional office manager responsibilities, including supply ordering, vendor management, and facility maintenance coordination
Prepare materials and conference rooms for meetings, investor conversations, and other ad hoc office visitors
Serve as the go-to person for resolving scheduling conflicts and space-related issues
Keep files, documents, and information organized and secure
Support new team member onboarding requirements – conference room scheduling, calendar development and coordination
Act as a liaison between the CEO / President team and team members, partners, and external stakeholders
Serve as backup coverage for the Executive Assistant when needed
Assist in event logistics from concept to completion, including vendor coordination, catering, and setup
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in an administrative or executive support role (startup experience a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Shines in high stress situations. Calm, flexible, and solutions-oriented
Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities
Excellent communication skills and sound judgment
High level of discretion and trustworthiness
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Tech-savvy and quick to learn new tools
Comfortable traveling between our two Cambridge work site locations (20 mins apart) as needed
Preferred
4-year degree from accredited college or university
Experience supporting a senior executive
Interest in startups or early-stage companies
Interest in working with AI tools
Willingness to take on responsibilities beyond a traditional admin role
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
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$550.67MKey Investors
ARIANVenturesBraidwell,Collective Global Management
2026-01-20Grant· $0.67M
2025-10-14Series A· $115M
2025-09-14Series A· $235M
Recent News
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