Associate Scientist (Maternity Leave Coverage)

Cytiva; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cytiva is seeking an Associate Scientist for a maternity leave coverage role in Vancouver. You will execute experiments for lipid nanoparticle formulations and perform various characterization assays. A BSc and experience in biochemistry or pharmaceutical sciences is required. Join our innovative team and contribute to meaningful advancements in biotechnology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in developing LNP formulations.
• Proficiency with assays for lipid nanoparticles.
• Detail-oriented, capable of multi-tasking, and independent.

Responsibilities

• Formulate lipid nanoparticles for in-vitro and in-vivo testing.
• Perform and troubleshoot characterization assays.
• Analyze data and prepare reports for team meetings.

Skills

Lipid nanoparticle formulation

Characterization assays

Data analysis

Education

BSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

DLS

ELISA

Gel electrophoresis

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Associate Scientist (Maternity Leave Coverage)

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The Associate Scientist is responsible for execution of experiments in the laboratory to prepare lipid nanoparticle formulations, performing LNP characterization assays and assisting lab management activities.

This position is a maternity leave replacement position for a term of 12 months.

This position reports to the Sr Manager, Delivery and is part of the R&D team located in Vancouver, BC and will be an on-site lab-based role.

What you'll do:

• Routinely formulate lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) encapsulating nucleic acids that meet specifications for in-vitro and in-vivo testing, and support LNP manufacturing processes at small and large scales. Works independently after planning with technical leader/project manager/supervisor.
• Perform, analyze and troubleshoot LNP characterization assays such as DLS, zeta-potential, RiboGreenTM, TNS etc. Perform fluorescence/colorimetric and ELISA based assays. Develops and executes protocols.
• Analyze data, prepare reports, present the major findings/summary in team meetings, participate in trouble shooting, technical reviews and report on project status. Utilize information and insights gathered to plan activities within their domain with frequent alignments with technical team.
  
  

Who you are:

• BSc or technical diploma with relevant background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical sciences or a relevant field.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in developing LNP formulations and characterizations/assays (DLS, zeta-potential, RiboGreenTM assay, PicoGreenTM assay, gel electrophoresis, ELISA) is critical. Proficiency with biological assays critical for identifying key characteristics or properties of lipid nanoparticles.
• Independent, organized, detailed-oriented with ability to multi-task and succeed in team environment.
  
  

The salary range for this role is $70K-$90K 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. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and RPP 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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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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