Scientist I - LNP

Scientist I - LNP

San Diego, United States | Posted on 07/30/2026

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and gene therapy, is looking for a
Scientist Iin San Diego, CA.

Job Duration:

Long Term Contract(Possibility Of Extension)

Pay Rate : $46/hr on W2

Company Benefits:

• Medical
• Paid Sick leave
• 401K

Seeking a
Scientist Ito support the Gene Therapy team by performing analytical characterization of
lipid nanoparticles (LNPs)used for gene therapy and genome editing applications. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on evaluating nanoparticle formulations, generating high-quality analytical data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance non-viral nucleic acid delivery technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quantification of
  LNPs encapsulating nucleic acids
  .
• Characterize LNP formulations using analytical techniques such as
  Ribo Green, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Zeta Potential
  , and
  HPLC
  .
• Analyze raw materials and evaluate relationships between nanoparticle properties, efficacy, and safety.
• Maintain accurate analytical records and communicate results to project teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientists and support routine laboratory operations, including buffer preparation, instrument calibration, and inventory management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field with2+ years of relevant laboratory experience
  .
• Hands-on experience with
  LNP characterization
  , including
  Ribo Green, DLS, Zeta Potential
  , and/or
  HPLC
  .
• Proficiency in
  buffer preparation
  and laboratory analytical techniques.
• Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in
  Microsoft Excel
  ; experience with
  Graph Pad Prism
  or
  JMP
  is a plus.