Associate Engineer, ResOps, Characterization
Lila Sciences•Cambridge, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
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 materials characterization of materials using spectroscopy and microscopy techniques. 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 environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical/Materials Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent laboratory experience)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Basic understanding of electron microscopy principles
- Hands-on SEM experience (academic or industry)
Nice To Haves
- EDS experience is nice to have.
- Familiarity with surface characterization techniques methods: XRF, optical microscope, XRF, XRD, nanoindentor, profilometer.
- Experience working in high-throughput production environments with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and accuracy
- Basic engineering skills for troubleshooting characterization tools for microscopes, x rays, and lasers
- Familiarity with automated workflows and techniques to operate and generate custom scripts
Responsibilities
- Perform materials characterization techniques including SEMXRF, XRD, Optical Microscopy, Nanoindentation, and Profilometer
- Prepare reagents, solutions/electrolytes , samples, and consumables to ensure seamless continuation of experiments across shifts
- 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
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- employer-paid life and disability insurance
- flexible time off with generous company wide holidays
- paid parental leave
- an educational assistance program
- commuter benefits, including bike share memberships for office based employees
- a company subsidized lunch program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
