Lab Technician - Process Development

Mori is a fast-paced anti-food waste Series C startup on a mission to create “More Food, Less Waste”, by transforming the food, agriculture, and packaging industries. Leveraging the unique properties of a naturally derived silk protein, Mori creates an all-natural food ingredient and coating which slows down the spoiling process of perishable foods. With Mori Silk, we can fundamentally change the food system by reducing our reliance on plastic packaging, reducing food and packaging waste, and increasing efficiency across the supply chain.

Our Values

• Operate with Care: We respect where food comes from and where it is meant to go.
• Practice Humility: We communicate simply and specifically.
• Do Good Work: We show the data and prioritize practicality.
• Anything, Anytime, Anywhere: We do whatever it takes to get the job done.

Location, Schedule & Salary

• Based in Hood Park, Charlestown, MA
• On Site Requirements: 5 days a week
• Salary: $55,000-$65,000 annually
• *Please note that Mori cannot offer visa sponsorship or transfers for this role at this time*

About the Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, driven, and collaborative technician to work on the development and optimization of Mori's patented reactor and purification processes to extract silk protein from a naturally produced feedstock. This position is completely in-person .

• Performance of lab and/or pilot plant duties, including equipment operation, maintenance, cleaning and sanitation
• Protein extraction and purification on lab/pilot scale equipment based on established SOPs
• Contributes to conception and execution of bench scale and pilot R&D runs for new process and materials development
• Daily quality control for protein solution characterization with established SOPs
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks
• Regular communication of results, recommendations for procedural changes, safety hazards and issues, and more to the team and supervisor
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Performs requiring the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment
• Maintain production paperwork, files, and databases
• Follow all plant GMPs and procedures
• Contribute to a highly enthusiastic and welcoming environment
• As a startup, job duties at Mori are based on business needs, which grow and evolve over time, and this role will be required to support additional tasks not listed here as needed

Who You Are

• Reliable - You take pride in showing up, doing the work well, and being consistent day-to-day.
• Team-Oriented but Self-Sufficient - You collaborate easily in a small team environment but can also operate independently with confidence.
• Clear & Open Communicator - You share observations, ask questions, raise issues, and keep your team informed with straightforward, respectful communication.
• Safety-Minded & Quality-Focused - You naturally prioritize safety, cleanliness, and responsibility in your work environment.
• Flexible & Adaptable - You’re comfortable with shifting priorities, changing schedules, and supporting whatever the team needs in a dynamic startup environment.
• Curious & Continuous Learner - You ask questions, seek to understand processes, and are eager to grow your skills in a cutting-edge manufacturing setting.
• Hands-On & Resilient - You’re comfortable with physical work, staying on your feet, and engaging directly with equipment and processes.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate Degree, or Biotechnology Certificate involving lab-based coursework in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a similar field
• Basic knowledge of protein sample handling
• Ability to work well independently or on a team depending on the task
• Pipetting skills and safe-lab practices are a must
• Ability to work flexible and off hours on an as needed basis including ability to work a rotating schedule with different shifts and occasional weekends for extended R&D activities
• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of your work day in a laboratory and plant setting and lift up to 40 pounds with or without assistance 

Bonus points if….

• Experience with basic engineering unit operations – stirred tanks, purification, filtration equipment, and drying
• cGMP compliant process experience in pharma or food

What Mori Offers

• Flexible PTO Program
• Paid Sick Leave & Parental Leave
• 12 Company-Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Retirement Account with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Free Parking Garage
• Free On-Site Gym
• Hood Park Tenant Events - such as bowling and summer food truck Wednesdays
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• On-demand primary care through One Medical
• Virtual mental health support with Talkspace
• Fertility support with Kindbody

Mori is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws. Employment opportunities at Mori are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, caste, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.