Lila Sciences
Scientific Research
SeniorResearchAssociate,AutomatedChemistry
“Senior Research Associate, Automated Chemistry at Lila Sciences. Skills: Automated chemistry, High throughput experimentation, Automation engineering. Perform chemical synthesis. Run automated platforms”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot instrument errors; Troubleshoot automation errors; Troubleshoot common issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's or MS degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical/Materials Engineering, or related field, Equivalent laboratory experience, >1 year experience in industrial setting, High throughput experimentation experience, Pipetting experience, Chemical handling experience, Solution preparation experience, Sample preparation experience, High temperature annealing experience, Synthesizing small molecules experience, Automation familiarity, Data handling experience, Experience working with acids and bases, Experience disposing of acids and bases, Synthesis in fume hoods, Synthesis in glovebox conditions, Handling organics experience
Nice to Have
Familiarity with nanoparticles, Experience in high-throughput production environments, Basic engineering skills for troubleshooting synthesis tools, Familiarity with automated workflows, Experience to generate custom scripts, Experience with characterization methods
What You'll Do.
Perform chemical synthesis
Run automated platforms
Perform high temp reactions
Perform pressure reactions
Conduct DOE protocols
Develop integrated workflows
Deploy automation engineering solutions
Handle air sensitive materials
Troubleshoot instrument errors
Troubleshoot automation errors
Monitor workflow performance
Troubleshoot common issues
Record experimental data
Organize experimental data
Maintain experimental data
Identify efficiency improvements
Flag unusual features
Support diverse projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with scientists; Collaborate with engineers
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