LNP Formulation Scientist – Nucleic Acid Delivery

Rose International; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Rose International seeks a motivated Scientist 1 to join our Formulation team. You will directly work with senior scientists to synthesize and optimize lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery, collaborating across teams to meet project goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on formulation, data analysis, and detailed documentation in a fast-paced environment. Prior LNP experience and strong analytical skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years biopharma experience or Master’s with 2+ years industry experience.
• LNP formulation and encapsulation experience required (2+ years).
• Proficiency with LNP characterization methods (DLS, zeta potential, Ribogreen).
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and characterize lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for in vitro/in vivo studies.
• Implement DoE-based screening to optimize LNP compositions and processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to fulfill formulation requests.
• Support early-stage formulation development, including scale-up and stability studies.
• Maintain detailed records and present data to the formulation team.

Skills

LNP expertise

Analytical skills

MS Excel

JMP

Prism

DoE / data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Chemical Engineering or related (5+ years biopharma)

Master’s degree with 2+ years industry experience

Tools

Excel

JMP

Prism

Job description

Rose International seeks a motivated Scientist 1 to join our Formulation team. You will directly work with senior scientists to synthesize and optimize lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery, collaborating across teams to meet project goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on formulation, data analysis, and detailed documentation in a fast-paced environment. Prior LNP experience and strong analytical skills are highly valued.