Job Title: Scientist I
Location: San Diego, CA (on-site)
Duration: 04+ months contract
Terms: Contract W2
Interview: 1x panel with HM & team
Max Pay: $45.00 per hour on W2
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
· Work at the direction of Analytical scientists to quantitate lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) encapsulating nucleic acids
· Analyze raw materials for LNP formulations
· Establish relationships between physiochemical characteristics of experimental nanoparticle formulations and their efficacy and safety
· Maintain detailed records of analytical data
· Interface directly with other functional teams
· Share responsibility for basic lab management activities (supply ordering, instrument calibration, maintaining schedules)
Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or related scientific discipline (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
· Practical experience using analytical methods such as RiboGreen, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), and Zeta potential measurement is strongly preferred
· Prior experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is preferred
· Experience and proficiency with other analytical techniques will be considered
· Proficiency at formulating buffers is required
· Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce consistent results and effectively communicate them to the team
· Ability to be a team player, multitask and work on multiple projects at once, and excel in a collaborative work environment.
· Proficiency at MS Excel is required; prior experience with advanced analytical software (Prism, JMP) is desirable
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
