Director, AI for Protein Engineering
Lila Sciences
About this role
Lila is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence and scientific superintelligence to transform medicine through biomolecule design, combining cutting-edge ML models with experimental research. The role involves leading a team, developing innovative AI models for protein engineering, and integrating computational designs with laboratory validation.
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About Lila Sciences
lila.aiLila Sciences is building a scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous labs for life, chemical, and materials sciences. They place AI at the center of discovery—combining advanced models, autonomous workflows, and lab automation to rapidly generate, execute, and validate experiments at scale. Their mission is to expand human knowledge and accelerate breakthroughs to tackle some of humankind’s greatest challenges.
Recent company news
Fierce BiotechFlagship's Lila Sciences lands $235M to expand AI-powered autonomous research labs
Sep 15, 2025
ReutersExclusive: AI lab Lila Sciences tops $1.3 billion valuation with new Nvidia backing
Oct 14, 2025
FirstWord PharmaOpen for business: Lila closes series A at $350M, welcomes first AI customers
Oct 14, 2025
www.dakota.comLila Sciences Raises $350M Series A: The Future of Autonomous AI Labs in 2025
Oct 16, 2025
MobiHealthNewsLila Sciences raises $350M to build scientific superintelligence platform
Oct 16, 2025
About Lila Sciences
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$360k – $480k
per year
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