About the Job
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and ...
GenScript is looking for a highly motivated and scientifically rigorous Nanoparticle Formulation Scientist to join our RNA team. This position will focus on developing novel lipid nanoparticle formulations for RNA delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Develop new lipid nanoparticle formulations (lipid or other polymers) platform for mRNA, DNA, RNA, peptide delivery, to achieve targeted delivery for different disease needs, like neuronal, brain, muscle, bone marrow cell, etc.
Develop method for characterizing and evaluating physical characteristics for antibody decorated LNPs.
Process development for high throughput LNP preparation and downstream process to improve production efficiency.
Produce formulations for related RNA projects, supporting functional assays for in vitro evaluation.
Maintain relationships with customers, participate in scientific meetings or customer meetings.
Write study protocols, technical reports, and SOPs to support mRNA product development projects.
Interact with IP counsel to assist with patent prosecution.
Monitors supply inventory and identifies any products required.
Maintains work area, equipment, department and all storage areas in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
Perform other duties as needed.
Required Skills & Abilities
Master or PhD's degree in pharmaceutical science, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or related field, Master is preferred
Strong knowledge of lipid and polymeric nanoparticle delivery technologies
>4 years of relevant experience in nucleic acid delivery with hands-on experience in lipid nanoparticle formulation and characterization
Extensive experience with production and analytical characterization of nanoparticles
Proficiency in all molecular biology techniques for mRNA and protein expression (RT-PCR, ELISA, Western blot, Flow-cytometry, etc) and RNA-related analytics (ribogreen, gel electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis, etc).
Works collaboratively with team members to support each other
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
A sense of humility and an eagerness to continue to learn and contribute to a supportive team
Medical Insurance/ Vision Insurance/ Dental Insurance
401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Short Term Disability Insurance
New Child Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays per year
Paid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)
Compassionate Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Float day
Personal days
Qualifications
Experience:
4 years experience
Education:
Postgraduate
