Associate Scientist I, Formulation Development

Danaher; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Vancouver is seeking an Associate Scientist I in Formulation Development. This role involves executing laboratory experiments for nanoparticle formulations and developing lab management practices. Candidates should hold a BSc in Life Sciences and have at least 2 years of laboratory experience. Strong communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience with sterile materials and nanoparticle formulations.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory experiments for nanoparticle formulations.
• Prepare reagents and buffers for use in experiments.
• Perform analysis using standard lab assays.

Skills

Laboratory execution

Communication skills

Aseptic handling

Molecular biology techniques

Education

BSc in Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Dynamic Light Scattering instruments

Plate readers

UV-Vis spectrophotometers

Job description

Overview

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher's 15 operating companies, our work saves lives and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement you help turn ideas into impact, innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us, working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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Responsibilities

• The Associate Scientist I - Formulation Development will be responsible for the execution of laboratory experiments to prepare nanoparticle formulations and develop lab management best practices including safety and quality.
• Manufacturing nanoparticle formulations using NanoAssemblr platforms independently, doing all the calculations and buffers / reagents preparation needed for formulation activities.
• Making progress on different projects in parallel and sorting the associated activities according to the priorities.
• Performing analysis using Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), RiboGreen assay, ELISA, Western Blot or other routine lab assays.
• Preparing reagents, buffers and equipment for use in experiments.
• Preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reports and technical presentations.

Qualifications

• BSc in a Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or relevant disciplines with at least 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Experience in the preparation of nanoparticle formulations and aseptic handling of sterile materials such as tissue cultures, buffer solutions, biosafety cabinets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Hands-on experience in standard molecular biology techniques (such as ELISA) working with plate readers, DLS instruments and UV-Vis spectrophotometers is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is CAD. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus / incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance and retirement benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Additional information

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