Research Associate, Gene Therapy Analytics & Assays

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking an analytical scientist to characterize adeno-associated viral nanoparticles for gene therapy products. The role focuses on performing a range of assays and developing new analytical methods to support QC, process development, and research teams.

You will maintain detailed records, analyze data, and draw conclusions to guide formulation studies, stability assessments, and process changes in a fast-paced biotech setting.

Qualifications

• BS with 2+ years in pharma/biotech applying assays for bioproducts.
• Hands-on lab experience with viral nanoparticles preferred.
• Experience with multiple analytical assays and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments to characterize adeno-associated viral nanoparticles for gene therapy products.
• Perform assays (Capillary Electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, DLS, Western Blot, RP-HPLC, etc.).
• Develop new assays and transfer to QC, Process Development, and Research.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of analytical development activities.
• Analyze data and provide recommendations based on laboratory results.

Skills

AAV nanoparticles

Chromatography (HPLC)

Ultracentrifugation

PCR methods

Analytical method development

Statistical analysis

Education

B.S. in life sciences/biotech

Tools

Chromatography software

Job description

SGS Consulting is seeking an analytical scientist to characterize adeno-associated viral nanoparticles for gene therapy products. The role focuses on performing a range of assays and developing new analytical methods to support QC, process development, and research teams.

You will maintain detailed records, analyze data, and draw conclusions to guide formulation studies, stability assessments, and process changes in a fast-paced biotech setting.