Lila Sciences
Co-Op, Electron Microscopy
Cambridge, MA USA +1 · Internship · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Location
- Cambridge, MA USA
Alewife, Cambridge, MA - Education
- Currently enrolled in a PhD in Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
About the job
Conduct hands-on SEM characterization of powdered materials and thin films, producing reliable imaging and compositional data for materials research and AI-guided discovery.
What you'll do
- Design and execute SEM characterization workflows; operate microscopy instruments.
- Optimize protocols and troubleshoot instrumentation or workflow issues affecting data quality.
- Document imaging and analysis results and follow instrument and sample safety standards.
What they ask for
- Currently enrolled in a PhD in Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
- Strong background in SEM-based microstructural analysis; hands-on expertise with EDS, EBSD, and FIB.
- Experience characterizing powdered materials and thin films.
- Demonstrated ability to operate and troubleshoot advanced SEM systems.
Nice to have
- Experience with ImageJ or Python-based image analysis pipelines; familiarity with XRD or XRF.
- Interest in microscopy automation and AI workflows; prior nanoscale defect and interface characterization.
Tools
SEM, EDS, EBSD, FIB, ImageJ, Python, XRD, XRF
AI focus
Characterization data supports AI-guided materials research; the role may contribute to integrating microscopy with AI workflows.
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