Genevant Sciences Hiring for Associate, Analytical and Manufacturing at Vancouver, BC Full Time

Company Profile:
Genevant is a technology-focused nucleic acid delivery company with world-class platforms, the industry’s most robust and expansive lipid nanoparticle (LNP) patent estate, and decades of experience and expertise in nucleic acid drug delivery and development. We leverage our world-class delivery systems to bring new medicines to patients who need them, in collaboration with leading pharma companies. Our laboratories and offices are based in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

Role Summary:
Genevant has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our Analytical and Manufacturing teams as an Associate. The Associate, Analytical and Manufacturing will have a cross-functional role between Analytical Development and Manufacturing. They will be responsible for analytical testing as well as additional support for the production of mRNA lipid nanoparticle (LNP) products for multiple development programs. Reporting to the Senior Scientist, Analytical Development this person will play a key role within an experienced and supportive team.

Responsibilities:
Conduct laboratory analytical testing for particle size, RNA encapsulation, lipid content, pH, endotoxin content and other tests as required in order to release mRNA LNP batches manufactured at Genevant

Conduct laboratory analytical testing to support product development activities such as stability studies

Some method development as necessary to support ongoing activities

Assist with manufacturing activities required to produce research-scale batches of mRNA LNP in the Genevant laboratory

Prepare analytical test reports, record production activities in batch records, prepare production summary reports and investigation reports

Prepare technical documents including QC methods, stability tables, batch records, and manufacturing instructions

Maintain laboratory space in a clean and organized state

Monitor and maintain the inventory of analytical and production supplies

Prepare and deliver presentations summarizing production outcomes and test results

Qualifications:
B.Sc. or similar diploma in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline

A proven record of achievement with at least 2 years relevant experience in a laboratory environment

Experience with general analytical lab methods including liquid chromatography, spectrophotometric and fluorometric analysis

Knowledge of nucleic acid-based therapeutics and lipid delivery systems is preferred

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment within a diverse organization

Self-reliant and motivated to complete production tasks on schedule without constant supervision

Enthusiastic and with an aptitude for laboratory bench work and data analysis

Able to multi-task and effectively manage scheduling

Strong written and oral communications skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel in particular) for data analysis and graphing

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