Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry
The Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry at Lila Sciences will develop and implement advanced analytical and characterization strategies to support Discovery Chemistry efforts. This role focuses on enabling the rapid design, synthesis, screening, and optimization of small molecules and related molecular matter. The scientist will play a key role in generating high-quality, information-rich experimental data that informs chemistry decisions and accelerates platform learning.
Key responsibilities include developing, optimizing, and implementing analytical and multimodal characterization workflows to support Discovery Chemistry programs and molecular discovery campaigns. The scientist will lead analytical method development for compound identification, purity assessment, impurity profiling, reaction monitoring, and molecular characterization using techniques such as liquid chromatography, mass spectroscopy, NMR, and complementary orthogonal methods. Additionally, the role involves building characterization strategies that extend beyond traditional analytical methods, incorporating multimodal measurements that provide deeper insight into molecular identity, reaction outcomes, physicochemical properties, and structure–function relationships.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Biology, or a related scientific discipline with 5–8+ years of relevant industry or high-performance research experience. Deep expertise in analytical chemistry and molecular characterization in support of chemistry-driven discovery efforts is essential. Strong hands-on experience with key analytical techniques for small molecule analysis, as well as demonstrated experience developing analytical methods for compound characterization, reaction monitoring, impurity analysis, and purity assessment, are required. Experience supporting Discovery Chemistry, medicinal chemistry, synthetic chemistry, or other molecule-focused R&D environments is also necessary.
Lila Sciences offers competitive compensation, including bonus potential and generous early equity. The expected base salary range for this position is $148,000 to $198,000 USD. The final offer will reflect the candidate's unique background, expertise, and impact.
Lila Sciences is the world’s first scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab for life, chemistry, and materials science. The company is pioneering a new age of boundless discovery by building the capabilities to apply AI to every aspect of the scientific method. Lila Sciences is introducing scientific superintelligence to solve humankind's greatest challenges, enabling scientists to bring forth solutions in human health, climate, and sustainability at a pace and scale never experienced before.