LNP Lab Technician

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Onsite massages

Onsite gym access

Job summary

Initial Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking a skilled individual to join their dynamic biotechnology team in Redmond, WA. The role focuses on encapsulating mRNA and genetic payloads, ensuring quality throughout the process.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and preferred experience with LNP processes. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Chemical Engineering or related fields.
• Experience working with mRNA or Lipid Nanoparticles (LNP) is a plus.
• Proficiency in PCR, HPLC, or enzymatic reactions desired.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills with peers and managers.

Responsibilities

• Expertly encapsulate mRNA and genetic payloads.
• Perform purification using SOPs and related techniques.
• Conduct quality checks on particle size and zeta potential.
• Adhere to production S.O.P.s for consistency.
• Maintain comprehensive records in accordance with ISO 9001.
• Manage inventory proactively for production needs.

Skills

Encapsulation of genetic payloads

Downstream processing techniques

Quality assurance

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry

Tools

PCR

HPLC

Enzymatic reactions

Job description

About GenScript

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy. GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

Job Description

Are you ready to join a dynamic and innovative team on the cutting edge of biotechnology? We are looking for a skilled individual to play a crucial role in our mission. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects involving the encapsulation and purification of mRNA and genetic payloads, ensuring the highest quality standards throughout the entire process.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Payload Encapsulation: Expertly encapsulate a range of genetic payloads, including mRNA, Circular RNA, and sgRNA, within a diverse array of lipids.
• Precise Purification and Concentration: Follow LNP downstream processing SOP to perform LNP purification and concentrating. Related technical skill include but not limit to ultrafiltration, TFF, sterile filtration, and FPLC methods.
• Performing complicate antibody decorated LNP process and related purification process following SOP guidance
• In process QC for LNP size, zeta, PDI, encapsulation efficiency measure and others, make sure following good documentation rule and take care for details
• Nanoparticle Quality Assurance: Conduct quality checks on particle size and zeta potential to ensure the highest standards of quality and performance.
• Final Product Preparation: Prepare the final product for shipment, including filtering, aliquot filling, and affixing labels to shipping tubes.
• Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P.) Compliance: Strictly adhere to production S.O.P.s to maintain consistency, quality to validated processes.
• Thorough Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records accordance to ISO 9001 of all processes and materials used in the production.
• Inventory Management: Keep track of inventory using our management system, and proactively order materials as needed for production.
• High Throughput and Accuracy: Quickly and accurately perform tasks in high repetition.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the biotechnology field, we encourage you to apply and be part of our innovative team. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to groundbreaking advancements in science and technology.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related field in Chemistry.
• Relevant Experience: Prior experience working with mRNA or Lipid Nanoparticles (LNP) is a definite plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with techniques such as PCR, HPLC, or enzymatic reactions is highly desired.
• Team Collaboration: The ability to work effectively as part of a small cross-disciplinary team is essential to achieve both short-term and long-term goals.
• Adaptability: Experience in a fast-paced, high-demand environment is highly desirable.
• Effective Communication: The capability to communicate with peers and managers in a polite and concise manner is a valuable asset.

Benefit

• Medical Insurance/Vision Insurance/Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Float day
• Personal days

Perks

• Free colleague meals during shift
• Onsite massages Charis
• Onsite gyms

Compensation

Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 total compensation, including bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.