Scientist II

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 is seeking to hire a Scientist II - Analytical in San Diego, CA.

MAX PAY: $55.42

6 month contract

Your main responsibilities as a Scientist II - Analytical:

• Working at the direction of Analytical scientists, you will analyze lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) encapsulating nucleic acids and LNP components using HPLC and Biolayer Interferometry (BLI).


• You will develop methods to characterize LNPs and LNP components.


• You will help establish relationships between the physiochemical characteristics of experimental nanoparticle formulations and their efficacy and safety.


• You will maintain detailed records of analytical data and interface directly with other functional teams.


• You will share responsibility for basic lab management, including supply ordering, instrument calibration and maintaining schedules.

What we are looking for in a Scientist II - Analytical:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry or a related discipline.


• Experience developing methods in gradient-elution HPLC modalities such as RP, IPRP or AEX is required.


• Experience with BLI or Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) is highly desirable, and LCMS experience is a plus.


• Proficiency in MS Excel is required, and experience with Prism or JMP is desirable.


• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

Pay Scale:

$92,219 - $115,274 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.