Winter Co-op: Cell-Based Sequencing & RNA Research

Lila Sciences, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lila Sciences is seeking a winter co-op to join the LS Experiment team at our Alewife lab in Cambridge, MA. You will support cell-based sequencing assay development and contribute to our RNA biology studies while gaining hands-on bench experience.

Expect to run mammalian cell culture, RNA extraction, PCR, and bead-based purifications, with supervision from a scientist who will help you build reproducible protocols and interpret results.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
• Experience with RNA extraction and PCR.
• Strong attention to detail in sample handling and labeling.
• Clear, consistent record keeping and comfort following detailed protocols.
• Available full time on site in Cambridge, MA from January 11 to May 14.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and passage mammalian cell lines for assay experiments.
• Transfect mammalian cell lines using chemical or electroporation methods.
• Extract RNA from cultured cells and assess sample quality.
• Run PCR and prepare samples for sequencing.
• Perform bead-based purifications and sample cleanup.
• Record protocols and results in formats ready for computational analysis.
• Present experimental findings to the team in regular reviews.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

RNA extraction

PCR

Transfection (chemical/electroporation

Bead-based purification

Data documentation

Record keeping

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioengineering, or related field

Job description

Lila Sciences is seeking a winter co-op to join the LS Experiment team at our Alewife lab in Cambridge, MA. You will support cell-based sequencing assay development and contribute to our RNA biology studies while gaining hands-on bench experience.

Expect to run mammalian cell culture, RNA extraction, PCR, and bead-based purifications, with supervision from a scientist who will help you build reproducible protocols and interpret results.