ABOUT NANOVATION

NanoVation Therapeutics, founded in 2020, is a private biotechnology company focused on developing customized lipid nanoparticle (LNP) solutions for industrial and academic gene therapy applications. In 2021, NanoVation expanded to the UK, creating a global network of world-leading LNP knowledge and expertise. Our mission is to see the full potential of these game-changing technologies realized.

NanoVation UK is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment. Our values are integrity, honesty, accountability, and continued learning. NanoVation offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

HARWELL, UK

NanoVation UK is based at the Research Complex at Harwell (RCaH), itself an integral part of the UK’s leading science and innovation campus at Harwell. Home to a diverse mix of research hubs, academic groups and SMEs, and next door to world-leading scientific facilities (Diamond Light Source, ISIS Muon and Neutron Source, Rosalind Franklin Institute and the ESA), RCaH offers an unparalleled environment for creativity, innovation and discovery.

Set in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside and with a wide range of on-site sports and recreation facilities, Harwell campus is 30 mins drive from Oxford and just over an hour commute from central/west London by rail.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for ambitious scientists with a strong foundation in nanomedicine formulation. You must be passionate about enabling and accelerating the clinical translation of gene therapies.

Reporting to the Managing Director/Director of Science, you will be primarily responsible for designing and executing protocols related to internal discovery pipelines or partner-based projects. You will be responsible for production and analysis of RNA based formulations, designing and conducting pre-clinical in vitro studies, documentation of experiments and outcomes, communication with external (partners) and internal (project teams) stakeholders to transfer processes and methods for further development, providing research plans, experimental design, technical documents, reports. Additional tasks could be assigned as necessitated by day-to-day operations.

NanoVation Therapeutics UK is seeking to fill based on this job description. We are considering both graduate level and experienced hires for this position. Full training will be provided. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of degree and years of experience.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc in a biology related science
• A passion for hands-on lab based experimental work
• A desire to learn about nucleic acid therapeutics
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and flexibility
• Good organization skills, time management, and ability to prioritize
• Self-driven, able to think critically and make decisions
• Right to work in the UK is strongly preferred

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• MSc or PhD
• Hands-on lab experience within a research environment with practical skills covering general in vitro molecular biology techniques. Experience of working in nanomedicine or nucleic acid-based therapeutics would be ideal
• Technical knowledge of nucleic acid-based therapeutics
• Technical knowledge of nanomedicine

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £26,600.60-£46,211.62 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Didcot, OX11 0FA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: Research Scientist | RNA Therapeutics | Chemistry
Expected start date: 16/01/2023

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