Lab Technician

Atinary Technologies • Cambridge, MA

73d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Atinary Technologies as a Lab Technician and contribute to transforming R&D by scaling Self-Driving Labs®, a new standard integrating AI, robotics, and cloud software. This role is crucial for enabling scientists to achieve a year’s worth of experimental output in a single week. As part of a lean, high-velocity team, you will execute physical workflows that power scientific discovery. Atinary Technologies is the pioneer of Self-Driving Labs®, aiming to accelerate the discovery of breakthrough molecules and materials for critical planetary challenges. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with operations in Boston and Lausanne, Atinary is a fast-growing AI startup valuing innovation, collaboration, and agility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific field.
• Demonstrated background in synthetic organic chemistry laboratories, encompassing routine sample prep, handling reagents, and setting up reaction procedures for small molecules.
• 1–3 years of hands-on laboratory work (academic research, thesis projects, or industry internships are applicable).
• Demonstrated background reading and processing 1H and 13C NMR spectra and LCMS data to verify reaction outcomes and compound purity.
• Ability to prepare reagents, execute routine workflows, perform system cleanup, and handle basic routine maintenance on analytical tools and instruments.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory safety standards, hazardous material handling, chemical waste disposal protocols, and strict PPE compliance.
• Excellent communication skills in English, enabling effective collaboration across both scientific and technical engineering teams.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be in the job location: Boston.

Nice To Haves

• A strong curiosity or demonstrated interest in high-throughput chemistry, laboratory automation, or robotic liquid/solid handling systems.
• Comfort working with complex instrument-control software and an aptitude to learn basic scripting, automated workflow setup, or logic-based experimental design.
• A highly methodical, detail-oriented approach to sample tracking, deck layout setup, and routine execution.
• Some programming skills a plus: C#, Python
• A strong curiosity or demonstrated interest in laboratory automation and robotic handling systems.

Responsibilities

• Preparing reagents, loading samples, and running automated synthesis workflows for small molecule chemistry.
• Verifying reaction outcomes by processing 1H and 13C NMR spectra and/or LCMS data.
• Keeping automated platforms running smoothly.
• Managing routine maintenance, solvent refills, and waste management on reactors and analytical instruments.
• Ordering chemicals, consumables, and lab supplies.
• Maintaining chemical inventory.
• Performing system calibrations.
• Troubleshooting liquid handling units.
• Enforcing strict safety standards.

Benefits

• Make a Real Impact: You won't just be maintaining systems; you'll be shaping the core operations of a fast-growing AI startup.
• Join a Winning Culture: We're committed to a flexible, innovative, and supportive work environment. We embrace flexible working hours.
• Celebrate the Moments that Matter: We believe in celebrating our team's success and important milestones. From company-wide achievements to personal wins, we make sure to recognize and appreciate the moments that contribute to our shared journey.
• Work in a Dynamic Environment: Join a team that is pioneering AI solutions for R&D on a global scale.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level