Engineer I, Research Operations (2nd Shift)

Lila Sciences
Cambridge
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 75,600 - 100,800 annuallyFunction: Research & Scientific (R&D)Experience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Attention to detail","Analytical skills","Problem-solving","Communication","Collaboration"]

Execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows that power the Research Operations team’s scientific platform. Operate integrated workcells and liquid-handling systems, prepare and verify reagents and samples, monitor workflows in real time, perform first-line troubleshooting, and maintain data integrity and traceability. Support safety and SOP compliance, run equipment readiness and cleaning, and provide clear end-of-shift handoffs while partnering with scientists, automation engineers, and operations teams on continuous improvement.

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Engineer I, Research Operations (2nd Shift)

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Job Summary

Execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows that power the Research Operations team’s scientific platform. Operate integrated workcells and liquid-handling systems, prepare and verify reagents and samples, monitor workflows in real time, perform first-line troubleshooting, and maintain data integrity and traceability. Support safety and SOP compliance, run equipment readiness and cleaning, and provide clear end-of-shift handoffs while partnering with scientists, automation engineers, and operations teams on continuous improvement.
Location: Cambridge
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows using integrated workcells and liquid-handling platforms.
  • •Prepare, organize, and verify reagents, samples, labware, and consumables for workflow execution.
  • •Follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety requirements to support accurate, reproducible, and timely results.
  • •Monitor workflows in real time, troubleshoot equipment/process issues, and escalate complex problems as needed.
  • •Perform routine equipment checks, cleaning, and maintenance; review QC outputs and record experimental, equipment, and process data; provide end-of-shift handoffs.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 75,600 - 100,800 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:MedicalDental

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, or a related scientific/engineering field, or equivalent education and relevant laboratory experience.
  • •Minimum 3 years of relevant Co-Op and industry laboratory experience.
  • •Hands-on laboratory experience with core techniques such as pipetting, reagent preparation, and aseptic technique in molecular biology, microbiology, biotechnology, protein science, or a related field.
  • •Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow SOPs and maintain accurate, complete, and traceable documentation.
  • •Ability to work on-site during the second shift from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Experience:3+ yearsLife sciencesLaboratory automationHigh-throughput laboratories
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Attention to detailAnalytical skillsProblem-solvingCommunicationCollaboration
Languages:English
Tech Stack:HamiltonLynxEchoLiquid-handling platformsIntegrated workcellsMolecular biologyMicrobiologyAseptic techniquePipettingReagent preparationQuality-control dataLaboratory information management

Company Brief

Lila Sciences
Develops AI-driven platforms to accelerate drug discovery and biological research by integrating machine learning with chemical and biological data to predict molecular properties, streamline candidate selection, and enable faster therapeutic development.
Industry: Biotech
Company Size: Small (11 to 50 employees)
Growth: Early Stage Startup
Funding: Seed
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