Laboratory Technician
About the job
- Prior experience working in a laboratory setting is strongly preferred.
- An associate degree in a relevant field such as chemistry, materials science, or engineering is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in conducting experiments and recording data.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment, instruments, and tools.
- Ability to follow protocols and standard operating procedures accurately.
- Basic computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office applications.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to protocols.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- Assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, instruments, and materials to support ongoing product development efforts.
- Prepare samples and materials for testing following established protocols and procedures.
- Perform tests and analyze results according to standard operating procedures, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
- Record detailed observations, data, and results accurately, and maintain comprehensive and organized records of experimental procedures and outcomes.
- Clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, and report equipment malfunctions or issues promptly.
- Collaborate closely with the Engineering and Manufacturing teams to support the execution of various tasks and programs.
- Identify and troubleshoot issues during experiments, collaborate with colleagues to find solutions, and improve experimental processes.
- Experience with microscopes, glovebox, thermogravimetric analysis, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, waterjet cutters, and general hand and power tools.
About the company
Boston Materials develops and manufactures advanced energy-transfer composites for high-performance electronics, aerospace, and electrified mobility. Its Liquid Metal ZRT® uses vertically oriented carbon fibers embedded in a liquid metal matrix to create a drop-in thermal interface that conducts heat efficiently between components, and is designed for seamless integration into automated assembly. The company differentiates itself by combining Z-axis carbon fiber reinforcement with a liquid metal matrix and scaling via roll-to-roll production using reclaimed carbon fiber, enabling multiple applications from a single platform. Its goal is to scale production to meet industrial demand across semiconductor, aerospace, and electrified-vehicle markets while expanding sustainability through recycled carbon fiber use.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$42.8M
Headquarters
Billerica, Massachusetts
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- December 2025 Mitsubishi collaboration targets HPC and AI data-center demand.
- LMZ1100 already delivered over 10°C cooling gains on kilowatt-scale GPUs and ASICs.
- The company launched 60-inch-wide industrial-scale Z-axis fiber production in 2025.
What critics are saying
- Boston Materials remains capital-constrained after $13.5 million in 2024 funding.
- Second-generation ZRT commercialization depends on Mitsubishi integration labs in Asia.
- A single thermal-product failure or customer redesign could crush adoption by 2027.
What makes Boston Materials unique
- Liquid Metal ZRT pairs Z-axis carbon fiber with liquid metal for chip cooling.
- Boston Materials claims drop-in pick-and-place integration for automated semiconductor assembly lines.
- Mitsubishi Chemical backed second-generation ZRT development in December 2025.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- 4 weeks of supplemental Paid Parental and Family Leave
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Holidays: 14 days/year