Job Description
NeoVac is a clinical-stage company building a new groundbreaking LNP platform to deliver better mRNA vaccines and treatments for various diseases. At NeoVac, we envision a world where mRNA vaccines and treatments are available to everyone and everywhere. We are applying science and technology to address some of the most serious conditions affecting humanity, including increasing antibiotic resistance, cancer, and viral illnesses. We aspire to be the leading life science company in this field. A new opportunity has arisen for a full-time permanent Scientist – Formulations.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a background in Nanoparticles/Biomaterials/Polymers.
Responsibilities
•\tDevelop nanoparticle formulations for novel mRNA pharmaceuticals.
•\tDesign study plans to optimize formulations for given RNA constructs and therapeutic intervention.
•\tDevelop novel nanoparticle manufacturing technologies for in-house application and transfer to external (GMP) facilities.
•\tClosely interact with other teams, e.g., RNA synthesis, Biology, and Analytics within the NeoVac.
•\tPrepare documents and reports to management and internal and external partners.
•\tAssure high-quality standards of experimental research and development work in the laboratory
Qualifications
•\tPhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Physics, or related with a focus on Bio- / Nano-materials.
•\tProfound scientific expertise from own research in nanoparticle technology, colloidal sciences, pharmaceutical technology, or related fields
•\tPractical experience in nanoparticle assembly & characterization, preferably lipid- or polymer-based nanoparticles.
•\tSound understanding of biophysical and physicochemical characterization techniques such as DLS, SAXS, DSC, NMR, LC-MS, HPLC, TEM, etc.
•\t1-2 years of relevant industry experience would be advantageous.