Research Associate - Aditi Consulting : Job Details

Summary:As a Research Associate in the Nucleic Acid Delivery, Formulations & Bioanalysis department, you will become a part of a multinational and diverse team consisting of fellow Laboratory Technicians, Specialist/Scientists and a global department manager. The goal of the team is to develop synthetic/non-viral nanomedicines, apply advanced analytical characterization techniques and translate these to preclinical and clinical studies through internal and external collaborations.Job Responsibilities:Regularly formulate and characterize lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) loaded with nucleic acids at small to mid-scale using microfluidics, ensuring reproducibility and scalability of the process while maintaining high product quality and consistencyConduct freeze-drying studies to evaluate the stability of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) formulations, including assessing critical formulation parameters and optimizing freeze-drying cycles for maximum stability and efficacy of the final productCommunicate findings internally to team via presentations and written reportsIndependent planning, execution, and documentation of experimentsQualifications:Bachelor's degree strongly preferred with 2 years' minimum relevant experience required OR high school diploma with 8+ years' relevant experience OR Associate or Vocational degree, 4+ years' relevant experience may also be consideredRelevant experience can be a combination of industry and academic experience and should include some of the following:Hands-on experience in formulating lipid nanoparticles at small to mid-scale using microfluidicsExperience with analytical methods, this may include biophysical methods like dynamic light scattering (DLS) and fluorescent based assay (e.g. Ribogreen/PicoGreen), chromatography, pH, etc..Hands-on experience in lyophilization of lipid nanoparticles.Independently operate good lab maintenance and equipment SOPs, etcExperience with automation.Top 3 Must Have Skills:Hands-on experience in formulating lipid nanoparticles at small to mid-scale using microfluidicsHands-on experience in characterizing lipid nanoparticles loaded with nucleic acids (e.g. Ribogreen, DLS)Hands-on experience in lyophilization of lipid nanoparticles.Compensation:The pay rate range above is the base hourly pay range that Aditi Consulting reasonably expects to pay someone for this position (compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, location and end client requirements).Benefits and Ancillaries:Medical, dental, vision, PTO benefits and ancillaries may be available for eligible Aditi Consulting employees and vary based on the plan options selected by the employee.Aditi Consulting LLC uses AI technology to engage candidates during the sourcing process. AI technology is used to gather data only and does not replace human-based decision making in employment decisions.#AditiConsulting