Work Location: Suffolk County, Massachusetts

Summary:
A Research Associate, LNP Formulation is sought to support the development and validation of lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platforms for advanced therapeutics. This role offers hands-on laboratory experience and the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct LNP formulation processes to support both in vivo and in vitro experimental studies.
• Perform biophysical analytics and in vitro characterization of lipid nanoparticles.
• Collaborate with various scientific teams to evaluate LNP quality, potency, and performance.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate experimental documentation using electronic lab notebooks.
• Analyze experimental data and present findings to internal and cross-functional groups.
• Assist with general laboratory operations, including reagent preparation and equipment upkeep.
• Manage laboratory inventory and ensure proper maintenance of supplies and materials.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory protocols and contribute to process optimization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Laboratory experience in formulation, nanoparticle synthesis, or analytical techniques (academic or industry) preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain precise records of experimental work.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn and improve laboratory processes.
• Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks and basic data analysis tools (such as Excel or GraphPad) is advantageous.

Published Category: Discovery Research & Preclinical