Scientist 1 - Preclinical

About NanoVation Therapeutics 

NanoVation Therapeutics is a Vancouver-based biotechnology company developing long-circulating lipid nanoparticle (lcLNP™) technology for genetic medicines. Founded on proprietary lipid chemistry and LNP engineering expertise, NanoVation’s platform enables functional delivery to extrahepatic tissues including immune cells, bone marrow, and tumors, without the need for targeting ligands. The company partners with pharmaceutical and biotech organizations to advance mRNA, DNA, and gene editing programs that require delivery beyond the liver.

We are building our team and looking for highly motivated individuals seeking to use their knowledge to revolutionize the healthcare of tomorrow. For more information, please visit nanovationtx.com. 

Position Summary

NanoVation Therapeutics is seeking a Scientist I, 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, I 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 ex 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 development and performance testing.

• Assists and performs 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 supports 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+ 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 $84,000 - $95,000 (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. 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.