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Senior Research Associate, Assay Development

Lila Sciences is building a scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab to accelerate discovery in human health, climate, and materials science. They are seeking a High Throughput Assay Development and Automation Scientist to develop, optimize, and validate biochemical and cell-based assays and implement them on automated liquid-handling platforms to speed their discovery pipeline.

Skills

  • Hands-on experience in HTS cell-based assay development
  • Familiarity with liquid handling robots and lab automation
  • Assay validation and performance metric analysis
  • Cell culture and biochemical assay techniques
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced, startup environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize robust biochemical and cell-based assays suitable for high-throughput screening
  • Validate assay performance metrics including sensitivity, specificity, reproducibility, and robustness
  • Develop, implement, and troubleshoot automated protocols for liquid handling robots and other lab automation
  • Integrate assays into automated workflows in collaboration with automation engineers
  • Work cross-functionally to incorporate AI-guided protocol optimization into molecular validation processes
  • Document protocols, SOPs, and experimental results; maintain good lab practices and data integrity

Education

  • BS or MS in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Equity or stock option opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and flexible time policies
  • Collaborative, mission-driven R&D environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
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DATE POSTED
September 13, 2025
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