Engineer I, Research Operations (2nd Shift)
Cambridge, MA$75.6k - $100.8kFull-timePosted 1mo ago
About the role
Engineer I to operate and troubleshoot high-throughput automated laboratory workflows on second shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM) at Lila Sciences, supporting automated and manual lab processes, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows using integrated workcells and liquid-handling platforms (e.g., Hamilton, Lynx, Echo).
- Prepare, organize, and verify reagents, samples, labware, and consumables.
- Follow SOPs and safety requirements to ensure accurate, reproducible, and timely results.
- Monitor workflows in real time, troubleshoot and recover from issues, escalate complex problems.
- Perform routine equipment checks, cleaning, maintenance, and readiness activities.
- Review quality-control outputs and record experimental, equipment, and process data for traceability.
- Provide end-of-shift handoffs and communicate workflow status and follow-up actions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and cross-training to enhance efficiency, robustness, scalability, and coverage.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant lab experience.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant Co-Op and industry laboratory experience.
- Hands-on lab experience performing core techniques (pipetting, reagent preparation, aseptic technique) in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Protein Science, or related field.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and maintain documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot and escalate issues.
- Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and work reliably in high-throughput environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for跨-team communication.
- On-site availability for second shift (2:00 PM–10:00 PM).
Skills
Required:Laboratory technique executionSOP adherence and documentationTroubleshootingCommunication and collaboration
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Flexible time off with generous holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Educational assistance program.
- Commuter benefits (including bike share for office-based employees).
- Company-subsidized lunch program.
Last updated Sep 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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