Scientist I

Kula Bio; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan

Wellness and employee support programs

Job summary

Kula Bio is seeking a Scientist I to turn complex biology into scalable, real-world solutions in Natick, MA. You will design and optimize formulations for stability and field performance, translating lab research into product-ready processes, and building assays to drive rapid, data-driven decisions.

Collaborating with R&D, manufacturing, and product teams, you will own projects end-to-end in a fast-paced, autonomous environment, contributing to agriculture that improves crop performance and

Qualifications

• PhD with 2+ years in formulation, biotech, or product development.
• Experience with live biological systems.
• Hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable owning projects end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Design & optimize formulations for stability, viability, and field performance.
• Translate lab research into product-ready, scalable solutions.
• Build assays and run experiments to drive fast, data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate across R&D, manufacturing, and product teams.

Skills

Formulation design

Biotech product development

Education

PhD in Biotech/Biochemical Engineering

Job description

Scientist I – Formulation & Product Development

Natick, MA | Agricultural Biotech

Help shape the future of agriculture.

We’re an innovative ag biotech company developing next-generation biological products that improve crop performance and sustainability. We’re looking for a Scientist I to turn complex biology into scalable, real-world solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Design & optimize formulations for stability, viability, and field performance
• Translate lab research into product-ready, scalable solutions
• Build assays and run experiments to drive fast, data-driven decisions
• Collaborate across R&D, manufacturing, and product teams

Who You Are

• PhD + 2+ years in formulation, biotech, or product development
• Experience with live biological systems
• Hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast‑paced environments
• Comfortable owning projects end‑to‑end

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven, real‑world impact
• High autonomy in a fast-moving environment
• Work at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and agriculture

Compensation

• Salary Range: $95,000 – $115,000 annually
• Final compensation is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well‑being, and financial security. This includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Additional wellness and employee support programs

(Full benefits details will be provided during the interview process.)

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

Salary Description

$95,000-$110,000