Research Associate

Responsibilities

• Prepare formulations and perform characterization assays, data analysis.
• Support developing assays for formulation characterization in vitro.
• Contribute in the development, writing and reviewing analytical method protocols.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for clear communication of scientific findings in the team.
• Monitors supply inventory and identify any products required.
• Maintains work area, equipment, department and all storage areas in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering or related field, Master is preferred
• 0-5 years of relevant experience in nucleic acid delivery with hands-on experience in lipid nanoparticle formulation and characterization
• Direct experience with messenger RNA is preferred
• Understanding and success in implementation of RNA-related analytics (ribogreen, gel electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis, etc) is preferred
• Works collaboratively with team members to support each other
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A sense of humility and an eagerness to continue to learn and contribute to a supportive team

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

Salary range

$75,000 - $90,000 total compensation, including bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.

• Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
• 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.