Scientist III, Preclinical-12 month contract

Position Summary NanoVation Therapeutics is seeking a Scientist III, Preclinical to join our team for a 12-month contract. This role is ideal for a strong and collaborative communicator who thrives in a fast-paced research environment. Reporting to the Senior Scientist II, Preclinical - Team Lead, our Scientist III, Preclinical will be responsible for designing, executing, analyzing, and making recommendations on preclinical research to advance our research projects. The successful candidate will bring: * A strong foundation in immunology * Hands-on experience with applications for lipid nanoparticle (LNP) therapeutic delivery * Proven ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and help shape the future of our preclinical pipeline. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preclinical Research * Mentors and executes in vivo and in vitro research in support of our research goals and plans; internal and external projects. * Independently designs, executes and troubleshoots preclinical activities in support of pharmaceutical formulation performance. * Generates, analyzes, tabulates data and results, writes/reviews reports and provides recommendations. * Assists with downstream processing of in vivo and in vitro samples for flow cytometry, DNA, RNA, and protein extraction for luminescence/fluorescence measurements, qPCR and other immunological assays as needed. * Follows SOPs; generates and maintains thorough and accurate documentation. * Generates, analyzes, and tabulates data and results; writes/reviews reports and makes recommendations. * Meets established deadlines. * Openly communicates challenges and proposes solutions. * Additional responsibilities, as required. Project Teamwork * Leads and helps guide project teamwork. * Provides oversight and technical support to other project teams. * Prepares and executes multiple internal and external project plans. * Prepares and reviews study reports and technical presentations for internal use and for clients. * Proactively collaborates and interacts with partners, and other groups/departments in the organization on related projects to develop, characterize, and test formulations. INNOVATION * Proactively conducts relevant scientific literature searches. * Fosters scientific discussions with team members to support critical analysis of literature and generated data. * Actively establishes new capabilities based on literature review. * Identifies novel research opportunities. * Assists in the writing of patent applications. * Develops patentable ideas. Mentors and Supervises Team Members * Develops the scientific team through mentoring, supervising, and providing guidance on assigned projects. * Supports and encourages the personal and professional growth and development of team members. Education & Experience Required: * PhD in Immunology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a Life Sciences discipline, and 5-7+ years of related scientific experience, or the equivalent education and experience. * Expert knowledge and experience in a broad range of preclinical methodologies including use of nanoparticles in experimental in vitro and in vivo systems, development of novel assays and methods to assess nanoparticle efficacy and immunogenicity. * Demonstrated leadership in positively leading and mentoring team members. * Demonstrated success in the management of multiple research projects and budgets. * Actively developing a track record of innovation and contribution of novel ideas. * Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to prioritize. * Strong communication skills both written and oral: Communicates with respectful, honest, open, and objective communication. * Strong Initiative: Proactively looks for opportunities for self, peers, and the company. * Innovative: Proactively learns, adapts and generates new ideas individually and as a team member. * Solution Oriented: Proactively looks for solutions and comes to the table with assessments and solutions for self, peers, and the company. * Flexibility: Proactively plans ahead and is open to a variety of options and embraces change. * Lifelong Learner: Continuous learning and sharing of knowledge. Being curiosity-driven; looks for and finds the answers, collaboratively. What we offer Your Total Rewards package will include many components including: * Salary range $80,000 - $91,000 (Your employment offer will be determined based on many factors as part of our total rewards package.) * Employee benefits medical, dental, life insurance, ADD and our Employee Assistance Program * Generous vacation time * Generous sick leave How to Apply To submit your application, please apply through our career portal https://ats.rippling.com/nanovation-careers/jobs [https://ats.rippling.com/nanovation-careers/jobs]. We would like to thank all applicants who apply. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.

The Scientist III will design and execute preclinical in vivo and in vitro research to advance pharmaceutical formulation performance. They will also mentor team members, manage project plans, and contribute to patent applications and scientific literature reviews.

Requires a PhD in Immunology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a Life Sciences discipline with 5-7+ years of related scientific experience. Candidates must have expert knowledge of nanoparticles and a proven track record of leading research projects and mentoring others.

• Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Vacation Time • Sick Leave

• Analyse de donnéesSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Immunology
• Lipid Nanoparticles
• In Vivo Research
• In Vitro Research
• Flow Cytometry
• qPCR
• Pharmaceutical Formulation
• Project Management
• Mentoring
• Data Analysis
• Technical Writing
• Patent Application Writing
• Protein Extraction
• DNA/RNA Extraction
• Immunological Assays
• Preclinical Methodology

• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine