Associate / Engineer I, ResOps, Formulations and Characterization
Lila Sciences - Cambridge, MA USA
Posted May 19, 2026
Benefits
- Parental leave
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- Non-birth-parent leave
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- Family-building benefits
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- Fertility benefits: Not verified
- Adoption assistance: Not verified
- Surrogacy assistance: Not verified
- Mental health support
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- Childcare support
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- Salary
- $72K-$106K From the posting source
- 401(k) match
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Market context
- U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)
- $111,944 U.S. median for this role
- Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)
- +13.7% - Much faster than average
20% below the BLS role benchmark for data and ml aggregate.
Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Data and ML aggregate by role bucket.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.
Schedule
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- Weekend work
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Company
- Equity
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About this role
Associate / Engineer I, ResOps, Formulations and Characterization Cambridge, MA USA Your Impact at LILA We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Engineer to join our high-throughput Research Operations team. In this role, you will focus on hands on material formulation preparation using characterization techniques relevant to rheology and mechanical properties You will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art automation technologies while contributing directly to projects that drive our company's growth. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates excited to learn engineering principles, work with advanced laboratory automation, and develop a strong foundation in scientific operations in a dynamic, shift-based environment. What You'll Be Building - Perform wet-lab materials synthesis and formulation of materials including coatings, solutions, and elastic materials - Prepare reagents, solutions/electrolytes, samples, and consumables to ensure seamless continuation of experiments across shifts - Conduct rheology of formulations, and mechanical testing such as tensile, peel, and shear tests - Follow detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and throughput - Monitor workflow performance, troubleshoot common issues, and escalate when necessary to ensure continuity between shifts - Record, organize, and maintain experimental data with high attention to detail - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline processes across shift operations - Flag unusual features or results for scientist review - Collaborate with scientists and engineers to support diverse projects across life sciences and physical sciences What You'll Need to Succeed - Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical/Materials Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent laboratory experience) -
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