Laboratory Operations Specialist
Radical Ai
Operations
New York, NY, USA
USD 87k-120k / year + Equity
Posted on Jun 4, 2026
Radical AI is replacing an R&D process that currently takes 10+ years and $100 million to produce a single discovery. Our self-driving lab platform combines AI with autonomous robotics to run experiments, analyze results, and iterate—continuously, without human bottlenecks. For industries like aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, and space, that means breakthroughs in weeks instead of years.
The Role
We are looking for a hands-on Laboratory Operations Specialist to help keep our self-driving lab running efficiently. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day lab operations, supporting activities such as sample handling and preparation, inventory and consumables management, equipment maintenance tracking, and vendor coordination. Your work will play a key role in maintaining laboratory throughput and ensuring smooth execution of core lab activities. This is an on-site position based in New York City.
What You Will Do
Manage sample intake, labeling, storage, and tracking across active experiments
Monitor and replenish consumables; maintain accurate inventory records
Coordinate process gas supply including ordering, receipt, and safe handling
Support equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting for instruments including XRD, XRF, and SEM
Coordinate with vendors for equipment service and supply deliveries
Maintain lab safety compliance: labeling, waste disposal, SDS records, and regulatory requirements
Track lab status and flag issues proactively to the research team
Assist scientists with sample preparation and basic characterization tasks as needed
Support onboarding of new lab users and maintain SOPs
What We Are Looking For
B.S. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field
1+ year of professional lab experience (lab tech, research assistant, or equivalent)
Hands-on experience with common lab instruments and techniques
Experience managing consumables, chemical inventory, or gas supply a strong plus
Familiarity with lab safety practices and OSHA/EH&S requirements
Highly organized, reliable, and proactive
Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment where priorities shift quickly
- Based in New York City
What We Offer
A competitive compensation package also includes the best in benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, covered at 100%
- Mental health and wellness support
- Unlimited PTO and 14+ company holidays per year
- Company-wide end-of-year shutdown, including two weeks of paid time off
- 401K
- Equity
Radical AI is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
87000 - 120000 USD a year
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