Associate Research Scientist, Non-Viral Delivery; LNP

Our client, a biotechnology organization engaged in nanoparticle and nucleic acid delivery research, has engaged GForce Life Sciences to provide an associate research scientist in non-viral delivery (LNP). This laboratory-based role supports platform development and preclinical research activities within a collaborative, multinational team focused on advancing synthetic, non-viral nanomedicines.

• Formulate and characterize nucleic acid-loaded lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) at small to mid-scale using microfluidic techniques, ensuring reproducibility, scalability, and product quality.
• Conduct stability studies to optimize formulation parameters for enhanced stability of drug products.
• Support ligand conjugation to LNPs, including targeted variants, and assist with advanced analytical characterization methods.
• Execute in vitro assays, including mammalian cell culture, potency, uptake, and viability assessments as applicable.
• Plan, document, and analyze experiments with scientific rigor and attention to detail.
• Communicate experimental results through presentations, written reports, and team discussions.

• Master’s degree with approximately 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD with 1–3 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, bioengineering, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related fields.
• Hands‑on experience formulating LNPs at small to mid-scale using microfluidics.
• Experience with analytical characterization techniques such as dynamic light scattering, fluorescence‑based nucleic acid assays, chromatography, or similar methods.
• Ability to independently follow laboratory procedures, maintain accurate records, and operate within established SOPs.

• Experience with mammalian cell culture and cell‑based assays.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation or high‑throughput workflows.
• Experience preparing scientific reports, presentations, or publications.