Scientist I

Aequor; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a motivated Scientist to join their team focused on non-viral gene therapy formulation. This role involves developing and optimizing nanoparticle-based formulations, executing experiments, and collaborating on various projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Pharmaceutics or related fields, with hands-on experience in nucleic acid drug formulation. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where creativity and scientific integrity are valued. If you are passionate about advancing genomic medicine and making significant contributions to research, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's with 3+ years in relevant fields and nanoparticle formulation.
• Hands-on experience in nucleic acid drug formulation is required.

Responsibilities

• Support development of customized non-viral formulations.
• Analyze and present experiment data clearly and effectively.

Skills

Nucleic acid drug formulation

Nanoparticle delivery technologies

Analytical characterization

Experimental design and execution

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

Master's degree with 3 years of experience

Job description

Duration: Contract till March 2026 with possibility to extend

Position: Sr Associate Scientist/Scientist I, Formulation, Non-Viral Gene Therapy

We are seeking a motivated Scientist to be part of a team focused on non-viral gene therapy formulation in the Genomic Medicine Unit. The successful candidate will play a key role in targeted non-viral formulation development and optimization for several different projects.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the development of customized non-viral formulations.
2. Apply scientific expertise and judgement to initiate, design and execute experiments in a time-sensitive manner.
3. Maintain accurate experiment records and material inventory.
4. Analyze and present experiment data clearly and effectively.
5. Act as an impactful contributor to project teams and transverse initiatives.
6. Foster creativity, productivity, execution with a sense of urgency, scientific integrity and accountability. Maintain a collaborative culture.

Qualifications:

1. PhD or Master's plus minimum 3 years of experience in Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field with a strong background in nanoparticle-based formulation development & analytical characterization.
2. Hands-on experience in nucleic acid drug formulation and development (especially nanoparticle delivery technologies) is required.
3. Results-oriented, with a track record of significant contribution to research projects and peer-reviewed publications.
4. Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, interpret, and present experimental results.
5. Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced industry and work environment.
6. Experience in preparing high quality documents including technical reports, presentations, SOPs, experimental protocols, and regulatory filings.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Please contact me if you are interested. Thank you.

Thank You,

Gurpreet Kaur

Aequor Technologies LLC

377 Hoes Lane, Suite 300

Piscataway, NJ 08854

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Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Other

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research