Scientist or Senior Research Associate in Formulations

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering biotech firm in Greater London is seeking a Scientist I to focus on nanoparticle formulations. This lab-based role requires a Master's degree in Chemistry or a PhD with strong analytical and R&D experience. The successful candidate will work on transformative projects, contributing to advancements in drug delivery. Growth opportunities are significant as the company plans rapid expansion over the next year.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' industry experience in nanoparticle R&D.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques relevant to nanoparticle systems.
• Strong background in lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and characterize nanoparticle systems for drug and gene delivery.
• Work closely with senior scientists on high-impact R&D projects.
• Contribute to the development of nanoparticle platforms and scaling up manufacturing processes.

Skills

Analytical techniques proficiency

Problem-solving ability

Growth mindset

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

PhD in relevant discipline

Tools

DLS

HPLC

TFF

Job description

Job Description

THE COMPANY

This pioneering fast pace biotech is developing next- nanoparticle technologies for gene delivery and advanced drug platforms. Based in London, the team works at the forefront of nanotechnology and drug delivery science, applying creativity and collaboration to solve some of the most complex challenges in therapeutic development. The company are at an exciting stage with fast process projected in their pipeline over the next 12 months.

THE ROLE

As SRA/ Scientist I – Nanoparticle Formulations, you will design, synthesise, and characterise nanoparticle systems for drug and gene delivery applications. You’ll work closely with senior scientists and the Founder on high-impact R&D projects, contributing to the development and optimisation of nanoparticle platforms while gaining experience in scaling up manufacturing processes. This is a lab-based position, requiring strong technical skills, problem-solving ability, and a growth mindset. The company are at a very exciting stage where there are considerable growth plans which will offer the opportunity for you to grow rapidly.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll excel in this role if you have:

• A Master’s degree in Chemistry, Nanotechnology, or related field with at least 2 years’ industry experience in nanoparticle R&D, OR a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in the following analytical techniques: DLS, HPLC, TFF.
• Strong background in lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platforms.

Nice to have:

• Purification experience.
• Microfluidics-based nanoparticle synthesis.
• Additional scale-up expertise.

This is a Permanent, Full-time, onsite laboratory role in Greater London.

If this sounds like your next career step, apply now.

I look forward to hearing from you!