Atinary Technologies
Overview
Atinary is at the forefront of revolutionizing R&D with our self-driving lab technology. We combine cutting-edge AI and automation with deep scientific expertise to accelerate chemical innovation. Our Boston lab, a hub for small molecule synthesis, is fully integrated with Atinary’s no-code AI platform, SDLabs, enabling autonomous experimentation and pushing the boundaries of discovery. Join a multidisciplinary team spanning California and Lausanne, Switzerland, and contribute to transforming the R&D landscape.
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and motivated Synthetic Chemist in our new self-driving lab in Boston, which is poised to revolutionize the R&D landscape and set new standards. Focused on small molecule synthesis, automation and artificial intelligence (machine learning) for chemistry, this cutting-edge lab will be fully automated and integrated with Atinary’s no-code AI platform, –SDLabs– to drive autonomous experimentation, allowing us to push the boundaries of chemical innovation.
As an Atinary Scientist, you will play a crucial role in the success of the Atinary Lab, contributing your expertise to design, execute, and optimize synthetic pathways for small molecules, leveraging automation and AI tools to successfully execute the vision of Self-driving LabsTM, that is, AI-driven and fully automated labs that revolutionize the R&D and discovery processes.
You will also collaborate with Atinary’s multi-disciplinary team across multiple locations, including California and Lausanne, Switzerland. Your innovative approach and technical acumen will be key to unlocking new possibilities in accelerated synthetic chemistry and advancing Atinary’s mission to transform chemical innovation with its Self-driving Labs technology.
The ideal candidate will bring lab expertise in robotics, automation, hands-on experience with high-throughput platforms (HTE), and a strong background in synthetic chemistry or chemical engineering.
Responsibilities
Design & Optimization of Synthetic Routes: Develop, refine, and implement efficient, reproducible, and scalable synthetic pathways for small molecules.
Integration of Automation and AI: Collaborate with engineers and software teams to seamlessly integrate lab automation and Atinary’s SDLabs AI tools into experimental workflows.
Experimental Execution & Troubleshooting: Conduct hands-on synthesis, monitor reaction progress, and adeptly troubleshoot experimental challenges to ensure high throughput and reliability.
Data Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze experimental outcomes using computational and AI-assisted platforms to extract critical insights and guide future iterations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Actively engage with multidisciplinary teams across Boston, California, and Lausanne to share findings, align priorities, and contribute to overall lab progress.
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Maintain meticulous lab records, contribute to scientific reporting, and foster knowledge sharing within and beyond the lab.
Continuous Innovation: Stay abreast of advances in synthetic methodologies and autonomous R&D, proposing new strategies and enhancements.
Safety & Compliance: Uphold the highest lab safety standards and ensure all processes comply with relevant regulatory and environmental guidelines.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 8+ years of hands-on industry experience; OR
Master’s degree in Chemistry (ideally Organic Chemistry), Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 6+ years of relevant industry experience; OR
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
Synthetic Chemistry Expertise: Strong expertise in organic synthesis with proven experience in designing and optimizing synthetic routes.
Analytical Techniques: Expertise with analytical techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and Agilent OpenLab is essential.
Lab Automation: Demonstrated 4+ years of experience with lab automation, particularly in the design and implementation of automated systems such as Unchained Labs, Chemspeed, Tecan, Hamilton, or similar platforms.
Reaction Optimization: Experience in parallel optimization of reaction conditions.
Automation Translation: Proven ability to translate scientific processes to automation platforms and identify new application areas.
Troubleshooting: Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems in analytical and automated platforms.
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with orchestration software (e.g., OpenLab, LabX, ACDLabs, Revvity), databases, Excel, JMP, and Word. High-level competency with instrument software like OpenLab.
AI Integration: Ability to work with AI-driven software platforms or a strong interest in learning how to integrate AI insights into experimental planning.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in data analytics and programming (R, Python, Tableau, SQL, JMP, etc.) or a strong interest in developing these skills.
Experience with ELNs and relational databases.
Experience with ACD-Labs and scheduling software like GBG.
Skills & Abilities
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Able to troubleshoot critical issues, determine root causes, and propose effective solutions.
Collaboration: Proven ability to successfully collaborate within an interdisciplinary scientific team of engineers, data scientists, and AI/ML experts.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a highly cross-functional and global team environment.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, adjust communication style for the audience, and provide timely, effective communication to supervisors. Strong technical writing skills for internal documentation.
Organization: Excellent time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge Sharing: Ability to capture organizational knowledge, improve solutions and processes through information utilization, and contribute experience, theories, and models for others’ use.
Technical Acumen: Subject matter expertise and in-depth knowledge of applicable lab equipment and operations.
Language: Proficient in English.
Attitude: Possesses a “can-do” attitude and is a proactive problem-solver.
Benefits
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional growth and development in a groundbreaking laboratory environment.
Front-Row Innovation: The chance to be at the forefront of autonomous scientific research and AI-driven experimentation.
Dynamic Culture: A collaborative, innovative team culture with access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
Join Our Team If you are passionate about the intersection of chemistry, automation, and AI, and are eager to contribute to a team pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and verifiable track record. Finalist candidates will be prepared to submit two references from past employers and clients during the interview process.
Atinary is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive for a friendly, respectful, professional, collaborative, and inspiring atmosphere and work environment for every employee and collaborator.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and motivated Synthetic Chemist in our new self-driving lab in Boston, which is poised to revolutionize the R&D landscape and set new standards. Focused on small molecule synthesis, automation and artificial intelligence (machine learning) for chemistry, this cutting-edge lab will be fully automated and integrated with Atinary’s no-code AI platform, –SDLabs– to drive autonomous experimentation, allowing us to push the boundaries of chemical innovation.
As an Atinary Scientist, you will play a crucial role in the success of the Atinary Lab, contributing your expertise to design, execute, and optimize synthetic pathways for small molecules, leveraging automation and AI tools to successfully execute the vision of Self-driving LabsTM, that is, AI-driven and fully automated labs that revolutionize the R&D and discovery processes.
You will also collaborate with Atinary’s multi-disciplinary team across multiple locations, including California and Lausanne, Switzerland. Your innovative approach and technical acumen will be key to unlocking new possibilities in accelerated synthetic chemistry and advancing Atinary’s mission to transform chemical innovation with its Self-driving Labs technology.
The ideal candidate will bring lab expertise in robotics, automation, hands-on experience with high-throughput platforms (HTE), and a strong background in synthetic chemistry or chemical engineering.
Responsibilities
Design & Optimization of Synthetic Routes: Develop, refine, and implement efficient, reproducible, and scalable synthetic pathways for small molecules.
Integration of Automation and AI: Collaborate with engineers and software teams to seamlessly integrate lab automation and Atinary’s SDLabs AI tools into experimental workflows.
Experimental Execution & Troubleshooting: Conduct hands-on synthesis, monitor reaction progress, and adeptly troubleshoot experimental challenges to ensure high throughput and reliability.
Data Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze experimental outcomes using computational and AI-assisted platforms to extract critical insights and guide future iterations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Actively engage with multidisciplinary teams across Boston, California, and Lausanne to share findings, align priorities, and contribute to overall lab progress.
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Maintain meticulous lab records, contribute to scientific reporting, and foster knowledge sharing within and beyond the lab.
Continuous Innovation: Stay abreast of advances in synthetic methodologies and autonomous R&D, proposing new strategies and enhancements.
Safety & Compliance: Uphold the highest lab safety standards and ensure all processes comply with relevant regulatory and environmental guidelines.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 8+ years of hands-on industry experience; OR
Master’s degree in Chemistry (ideally Organic Chemistry), Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 6+ years of relevant industry experience; OR
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related pharmaceutical science with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
Synthetic Chemistry Expertise: Strong expertise in organic synthesis with proven experience in designing and optimizing synthetic routes.
Analytical Techniques: Expertise with analytical techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and Agilent OpenLab is essential.
Lab Automation: Demonstrated 4+ years of experience with lab automation, particularly in the design and implementation of automated systems such as Unchained Labs, Chemspeed, Tecan, Hamilton, or similar platforms.
Reaction Optimization: Experience in parallel optimization of reaction conditions.
Automation Translation: Proven ability to translate scientific processes to automation platforms and identify new application areas.
Troubleshooting: Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems in analytical and automated platforms.
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with orchestration software (e.g., OpenLab, LabX, ACDLabs, Revvity), databases, Excel, JMP, and Word. High-level competency with instrument software like OpenLab.
AI Integration: Ability to work with AI-driven software platforms or a strong interest in learning how to integrate AI insights into experimental planning.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in data analytics and programming (R, Python, Tableau, SQL, JMP, etc.) or a strong interest in developing these skills.
Experience with ELNs and relational databases.
Experience with ACD-Labs and scheduling software like GBG.
Skills & Abilities
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Able to troubleshoot critical issues, determine root causes, and propose effective solutions.
Collaboration: Proven ability to successfully collaborate within an interdisciplinary scientific team of engineers, data scientists, and AI/ML experts.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a highly cross-functional and global team environment.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, adjust communication style for the audience, and provide timely, effective communication to supervisors. Strong technical writing skills for internal documentation.
Organization: Excellent time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge Sharing: Ability to capture organizational knowledge, improve solutions and processes through information utilization, and contribute experience, theories, and models for others’ use.
Technical Acumen: Subject matter expertise and in-depth knowledge of applicable lab equipment and operations.
Language: Proficient in English.
Attitude: Possesses a “can-do” attitude and is a proactive problem-solver.
Benefits
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional growth and development in a groundbreaking laboratory environment.
Front-Row Innovation: The chance to be at the forefront of autonomous scientific research and AI-driven experimentation.
Dynamic Culture: A collaborative, innovative team culture with access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
Join Our Team If you are passionate about the intersection of chemistry, automation, and AI, and are eager to contribute to a team pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and verifiable track record. Finalist candidates will be prepared to submit two references from past employers and clients during the interview process.
Atinary is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive for a friendly, respectful, professional, collaborative, and inspiring atmosphere and work environment for every employee and collaborator.
#J-18808-Ljbffr