Scientist - Gene Nanotechnology

Iconma

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
Our Client, a Biotech company, is looking for a Scientist I (Contractor) for their San Diego, CA location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Execute bioconjugations (e.g., antibodies, peptides) with small molecules, polymers, etc; validate and purify bioconjugates via LCTOF and ÄKTA purification station.
  • Formulate nontargeted lipid nanoparticles (LNP) encapsulating nucleic acids using microfluidic or Tjunction mixing technologies.
  • Execute fabrications of targeted LNPs via surface bioconjugation on a regular basis. Maintain a high standard of practice and ensure the highest levels of reproducibility
  • Support analytical assay development activities including binding affinity measurement (BLI), fluorescent microscopy, ÄKTA purification.
  • Evaluate ligand and particle stability under various storage conditions and biological buffers.
  • Maintain meticulous electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) practice and contribute to the authoring of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
 
Requirements:
  • Master’s with 2+ or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or related scientific discipline (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
  • Extensive hands on experience in bioconjugation methodologies, process optimization, and bimolecular reaction kinetics. Prior expertise in Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) development is strongly preferred
  • Proven experience with lipid nanoparticle formulation and LNP characterizations via RiboGreen, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), and Zeta potential measurement
  • Proficiency at bioconjugation and formulating buffers is required
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce consistent results and effectively communicate with cross functional teams
  • Proficiency at MS Excel is required; prior experience with advanced analytical software (Prism, JMP) is desirable
  • Excellent oral and written communication skill
 
Why Should You Apply?
  • Health Benefits
  • Referral Program
  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
 
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/