Head of Lipid Nanoparticle Core — Remote & Flexible Role

Telethon; Bardi; In loco; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Welfare scheme

Relocation assistance

Flexible working hours

Remote working (where possible)

5-month fully paid maternity leave

On-campus nursery

Healthcare access via National Health

Descrizione del lavoro

Fondazione Telethon is seeking an experienced scientist to serve as Head of Lipid Nanoparticle Core, based in Milan with travel to Bologna and Naples as needed. You will build and manage the Core, aligning with TIGEM and SR-TIGET strategic priorities to support internal research and translational programs.

The role requires a PhD, 5+ years post-PhD experience in LNPs, and a track record in LNP design, production, and in vivo applications, along with leadership capabilities and excellent English

Competenze

• PhD in Chemistry or closely related discipline.
• 5+ years post-PhD experience in relevant scientific fields.
• Track record in LNP design, production, and characterization; LNP functionalization/CMC is a plus.
• Experience with in vivo applications of LNPs.

Mansioni

• Establish and lead the Lipid Nanoparticle Core across TIGEM and SR-TIGET.
• Define operational strategy, workflows, SOPs, quality standards, and resource allocation.
• Recruit, mentor, and supervise Core staff.
• Interface with internal units and external stakeholders (academic partners, industry collaborators, providers).
• Drive innovation in LNP space and related enabling technologies.
• Contribute to grant writing and external funding applications.

Conoscenze

LNP design & production

Leadership

Grant writing

Communication

English proficiency

Formazione

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Fondazione Telethon is seeking an experienced scientist to serve as Head of Lipid Nanoparticle Core, based in Milan with travel to Bologna and Naples as needed. You will build and manage the Core, aligning with TIGEM and SR-TIGET strategic priorities to support internal research and translational programs.

The role requires a PhD, 5+ years post-PhD experience in LNPs, and a track record in LNP design, production, and in vivo applications, along with leadership capabilities and excellent English