Product Strategy Intern, Physical… at Lila Sciences · Cambridge

Summary: Lila Sciences is the world’s first scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab for life, chemistry, and materials science. The Product Strategy MBA Resident will partner with Product and Commercial leaders to define market strategies and support go-to-market efforts for advanced materials applications. Responsibilities: - Create compelling presentation materials that translate technical capabilities into business value for industrial and technology audiences - Conduct market sizing, competitive research, and expert interviews across materials science domains (e.g., coatings, catalysts, energy) - Support customer segmentation, persona development, and use case mapping for advanced materials applications - Develop Target Product Profiles (TPPs), business cases, and positioning frameworks for new materials platforms - Build tools and documentation to enable scalable strategic decision-making across cross-functional teams Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing an MBA or equivalent graduate degree - Excellent analytical thinking and ability to synthesize complex information - Strong slide development and presentation skills with attention to visual clarity - Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments - Ability to quickly understand scientific concepts in chemistry and materials science and convey them clearly to commercial stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: - Background in chemistry, materials science, physical sciences, or chemical engineering - Experience with market research, strategy consulting, or product management in technical industries - Familiarity with tools like Salesforce, Notion, or similar platforms - Understanding of industrial market applications in materials (e.g., catalysis, energy, coatings) - Prior experience in chemicals, advanced materials, or deep tech environments Required Skills: Market research, Product management, Chemistry knowledge Important Skills: Analytical thinking, Salesforce familiarity Nice-to-Have Skills: Fast-paced adaptability