Fapon · 2 months ago
Senior/Principal Research Associate (LNP Analytics)
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expFapon is a biotechnology startup focused on advancing RNA therapeutics. They are seeking a Senior/Principal Research Associate to develop validated analytical assays for lipid nanoparticle (LNP) drug product characterization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support analytical method development and regulatory documentation.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Designing, developing and validating analytical assays for LNP and targeted LNP drug product characterization
Develop assays for LNPs including lipid raw material QC, composition assessment, Lipid/cargo profiling and LNP/tLNP characterization using HPLC (SEC, Reverse Phase), fluorescence-based methods and other analytical techniques
Work with cross-functional groups including LNP discovery, PD and CMC team to support needs of analytical method development, characterization, and transfer
Perform CRO outreach including experimental planning, work coordination and data interpretation for as analytical SME
Support technology transfer to Industry Partners
Foster collaborative relationships across the team and company and engage in a positive and exciting work environment
Contribute to hiring, training, and collaborating with scientists (as needed)
Author technical documents, including SOPs for analytical methods, maintain diligent records and demonstrate proficiency in scientific communication
Support high-quality documentations to support regulatory filings
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field, preferably with 7/5 years of relevant experience. The title will be commensurate with experience
Hands on experience developing analytical methods for complex biological therapeutics
Prior experience in developing analytical methods for LNP characterization is a must and will be key for this role
Knowledge of ICH/USP guidelines
Experience in analytical methods with HPLC (IPRP, SEC, IEx), UV-vis, colorimetric and fluorescence-based
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Preferred
Experience in developing validated analytical assays
Experience in advanced analytical methods for LNP characterization such as LC-MS, MALS, SEC-MALS etc
Strong communication skills and ability to present complex technical topics to diverse audiences with varying technical depth
Strong collaborative instinct with good time and resource management skills to match the fast-paced start-up work culture
Able to collaborate on and execute multiple parallel studies
Benefits
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plan
Health care and well-being programs including competitive medical, dental, vision & medical benefits
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, and winter shutdown
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Commuter benefits
Other comprehensive voluntary benefits include but are not limited to pet insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), discount programs, and many more
We continue to optimize our benefits & wellness programs as we grow our organization to make sure they meet our diverse workforce needs
The stability of a startup backed by a company with a record of strong financial performance year over year
Company
Fapon
FAPON is a biotechnology company that provides IVD reagent raw material manufacturing and a one-stop solution.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.74M2019-01-01Post Ipo Equity
2017-05-16Post Ipo Equity· $1.74M
2016-08-18IPO
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