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Engineer I, Research Operations (2nd Shift)

Alewife, Cambridge, MA💼 Full-time💰 $75,600–$75,600🗓 2026-09-08 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operate integrated laboratory automation and execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows to support scientific discovery in life and physical sciences.

Role type

Research Operations Engineer I (2nd Shift)

Builds

Automated laboratory workflows using integrated workcells and liquid-handling platforms

Domain

Life Sciences / Laboratory Automation / High-Throughput Operations

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Laboratory automation operation, liquid handling, aseptic technique, reagent preparation, SOP adherence, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, data recording, shift handoffs

Preferred skills

Hamilton/Lynx/Echo platform experience, high-throughput production lab experience, QC data interpretation, LIMS usage, protein purification, cell culture, DNA/RNA workflows, lipid nanoparticle handling

Technologies

Hamilton, Lynx, Echo, LIMS

Responsibilities

Execute high-throughput automated and manual laboratory workflows; Prepare, organize, and verify reagents, samples, labware, and consumables; Monitor workflows in real time, identify issues, and perform first-line troubleshooting; Perform routine equipment checks, cleaning, and maintenance; Review quality-control outputs and record experimental and process data; Provide end-of-shift handoffs and communicate status to scientists and engineers; Contribute to continuous improvement and cross-training efforts

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC

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