Analytical Scientist - LNP Characterization

R&D Partners; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

R&D Partners in San Diego, CA is seeking a Scientist II - Analytical to analyze lipid nanoparticles and methods for characterizing LNPs using HPLC and BLI. The role supports cross‑functional teams and lab operations during a 6‑month contract.

Qualified candidates hold 5+ years in pharmaceutical sciences and have hands‑on experience with gradient‑elution HPLC methods; Excel is essential, with SPR/BLI and LC-MS as strong adds. This is an on‑site, contract position at R&D Partners in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Degree plus 5+ years in pharma/biotech fields.
• Experience developing gradient-elution HPLC methods (RP/IPRP/AEX).
• Proficiency with MS Excel; experience with Prism or JMP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) and components using HPLC and BLI.
• Develop methods to characterize LNPs and related components.
• Correlate physicochemical data with efficacy and safety.
• Maintain analytical records and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Share responsibility for basic lab management including ordering and calibration.

Skills

HPLC methods

BLI / SPR

Data analysis

MS Excel

Lab coordination

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree, 5+ years experience

Tools

HPLC

BLI

LC-MS

SPR

Job description

R&D Partners in San Diego, CA is seeking a Scientist II - Analytical to analyze lipid nanoparticles and methods for characterizing LNPs using HPLC and BLI. The role supports cross‑functional teams and lab operations during a 6‑month contract.

Qualified candidates hold 5+ years in pharmaceutical sciences and have hands‑on experience with gradient‑elution HPLC methods; Excel is essential, with SPR/BLI and LC-MS as strong adds. This is an on‑site, contract position at R&D Partners in San Diego.