Autonomous Soft Materials Platform Scientist

Lila Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance program

Company subsidized lunch program

Job summary

Lila Sciences in Cambridge, MA, is looking for a Platform Scientist with a focus on soft materials to lead the development of innovative experimental strategies and workflows. Candidates should hold an MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related fields, and possess hands-on experience with techniques such as SAXS and rheology. This position offers competitive salary between $108,000 and $150,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in a relevant field focusing on soft or complex materials.
• Demonstrated experience in collaborative scientific environments.
• Hands-on experience with techniques like SAXS or rheology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop strategies for soft complex materials.
• Lead development of characterization and performance workflows.
• Design and prototype custom scientific apparatus and software.

Skills

Collaboration across scientific disciplines

Programming skills (Python, C++, etc.)

Hands-on experience with SAXS, SANS, rheology

Experience with experimental workflows

Excellent communication skills

Education

MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics

Tools

3D printing

Microfluidics

Job description

Lila Sciences in Cambridge, MA, is looking for a Platform Scientist with a focus on soft materials to lead the development of innovative experimental strategies and workflows. Candidates should hold an MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related fields, and possess hands-on experience with techniques such as SAXS and rheology. This position offers competitive salary between $108,000 and $150,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage and flexible time off.