Scientist
Russell Tobin · San Diego, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$40–$45.45/hrFull-time
About the role
Scientist Russell Tobin is partnering with a biopharmaceutical company to identify a Scientist for an opportunity in San Diego, CA.
Responsibilities
- Execute and optimize the formulation and characterization of targeted and non-targeted lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery.
- Formulate LNPs encapsulating mRNA, siRNA, or DNA for in vitro and in vivo studies.
- Execute Design of Experiments (DoE) screening campaigns to optimize LNP compositions and processing parameters.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support formulation requests and early-stage formulation development.
- Support downstream processing activities, including cryoprotection, scale-up, and stability studies.
- Maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation of formulation activities and results.
- Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data to the formulation team.
- Support laboratory operations, including inventory tracking, supply ordering, buffer preparation, and autoclaving.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 4+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience, OR Master's degree with 1+ years of industry experience.
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on LNP formulation and nucleic acid encapsulation experience involving mRNA, siRNA, or DNA.
- Experience with LNP characterization techniques, including Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Zeta potential, and RiboGreen assays.
- Prior hands-on experience with targeted LNP preparation, including mAb-, Fab-, ScFv-, or VHH-coated LNPs, and immune cell delivery.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with JMP, GraphPad Prism, or similar data analysis software is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to generate reproducible experimental data.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
Pay
- $40/hr – $45.45/hr depending on experience
Schedule
- 100% Onsite – San Diego, CA
- Contract – 3 months with possibility of extension
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
- Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity)
- 401(k)-retirement savings
- Life & disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Legal support
- Pet insurance
- Employee discounts with preferred vendors