Research Associate I / II, Aerosol Delivery (Temporary to Potential FTE)
- Employer
- ReCode Therapeutics
- Location
- Menlo Park, CA
- Start date
- Nov 9, 2021
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- Discipline
- Regulatory, Research/Documentation, Science/R&D, Research
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Contract
- Hotbed
- Biotech Bay
Job Details
Who we are
We are an integrated genetic medicines company developing targeted, disease-modifying medicines for patients with life-limiting respiratory diseases. Our treatments address the underlying genetic cause in underserved populations and have the potential to tremendously impact the quality and length of patients’ lives.
At ReCode, we bring a unique blend of rigor, creativity, and curiosity to our high-hurdle mission: harnessing our multi-platform approach to develop disease-modifying medicines. Our team is uniquely positioned to tackle this challenge, given our extensive experience in RNA delivery technologies, protein structure, tRNA biology, mRNA manufacturing, gene editing, and drug development.
Primary responsibilities:
Recode Therapeutics, Inc is seeking a researcher to join the aerosol delivery and formulations team to support lead molecule development and optimization. This individual will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including (but not limited to):
- Conduct research using different inhalation devices including nebulizers
- Conduct research utilizing aerosol characterization instrumentation including cascade impactors and laser diffraction
- Conduct quality control assessments, including particle size and distribution, zeta potential, encapsulation efficiency of lipid nanoparticles
- Coordination with fellow researchers both to plan delivery and formulation requirements on a weekly and monthly basis
- Documentation and upkeep of formulation inventory
- Contribute to lab management activities
- Communicate regularly with team members regarding project progress
Qualifications:
- BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, bioengineering or a related field with 1+ year of industry experience preferred
- Experience with aerosol characterization instrumentation
- Familiarity with lipid nanoparticle preparation/characterization is highly preferred
- Proficiency with common laboratory equipment (pipettes, balances, pH meter, etc.)
- Ability to perform basic lab calculations (dilutions, molarity, preparing buffers, etc.)
- Experience with common lab practices and safety
- Good working knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to communicate results effectively
- Demonstrated ability and passion for working in a fast paced, multidisciplinary small team environment and managing multiple activities in parallel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
ReCode Therapeutics (www.recodeTX.com) offers a competitive compensation/benefits with a friendly, collaborative culture that values employee engagement and ongoing career development. ReCode Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company
The Why Behind Our Work
We imagine a world where people living with genetic diseases can fully benefit from the promise of genetic medicines. Our novel mRNA and gene correction therapeutics have the potential to make this a reality.
Therapeutic Areas of Focus
Cystic fibrosis
Primary ciliary dyskinesia
Certain cancers and central nervous system (CNS) diseases
Power the Next Wave of Genetic Medicine
We are one of the rare companies whose innovations are poised to fundamentally shift an entire class of medicine.
Join us as we advance our pipeline into clinical development and scale ReCode’s next-generation genetic medicines delivery platform and pipeline.
- Website
- https://recodetx.com/
- Phone
- 408-585-1700
- Location
-
1140 O'Brien Drive
Menlo Park, CA 94025
US
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