Research Associate, Preclinical,

About NanoVation Therapeutics

NanoVation Therapeutics (NTx) is a gene therapy company developing next-generation platform technologies based on lipid nanoparticles for the safe and efficient delivery of nucleic acids. NTx’s one-stop-shop IP portfolio is utilized to tune formulations to specific applications as well as a variety of tissues. Focused on translating personalized nucleic acid therapies to the clinic, NTx aims to treat and prevent multiple diseases enabling a healthier tomorrow, TODAY.

We are building our team and looking for highly motivated individuals seeking to use their knowledge to revolutionize the healthcare of tomorrow.

Career Opportunity

NanoVation Therapeutics (NTx) is looking for a collaborative and solution focused Research Associate, Preclinical, to join our team.

Reporting to the Scientist II, Preclinical, the Research Associate, Preclinical will work closely with the Preclinical Team and will be responsible for executing in vivo research focusing on flow cytometry in support of our research goals and plans.

Our ideal candidate has multicolour flow cytometry experience, is a strong communicator, and thrives on contributing collaboratively in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Some of the ways you will contribute:

Actively contributing to and supporting our core values = Think Big. Innovate. ACT = Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration, Trust.

Preclinical Research

• Executes in vivo research in support of our research goals and plans; internal and external projects.
• Assists with downstream processing of in vivo samples for flow cytometry and performs flow acquisition, as well as DNA, RNA and protein extraction for luminescence/fluorescence measurements, qPCR and other immunological assays as needed.
• Alone or in collaboration, designs, executes, and troubleshoots preclinical activities in support of characterization and performance testing of pharmaceutical formulations in vivo.
• Generates, analyzes, tabulates data and results, writes/reviews reports and provides recommendations.
• Follows SOPs; generates and maintains thorough and accurate documentation.
• Meets established deadlines.
• Openly communicates challenges and proposes solutions.
• Assists with ordering, inventory tracking, and logistics.
• Additional responsibilities, as required.

Project Teamwork

• Supports and troubleshoots project teamwork.
• Provides technical support to other project teams.
• Supports the planning and execution of internal project plans.
• Prepares and reviews study reports and technical presentations for internal use and for clients.
• Collaborates and interacts with other groups/departments in the organization on related projects to develop, characterize and test formulations, as requested.

Innovation

• Assists in conducting relevant scientific literature searches for designing new experiments.Supports the establishment of new capabilities based on literature review and supervisor input.
• Identifies novel research opportunities.
• Assists in patent idea generation and writing.

Mentors Team Members

• Supports team members through mentoring and providing guidance on assigned projects.
• Supports and encourages the personal and professional growth and development of team members.

What you bring and build upon as a member of our team:

• MSc in Immunology, Cell Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a Life Sciences discipline, and 3+ years of industry experience or the equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge and experience in a broad range of preclinical methodologies including the use of nanoparticles in experimental in vivo systems, development of novel assays and methods to assess nanoparticle function,and assessment of nanoparticle efficacy and toxicity in vivo.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to prioritize.Experience building strong working relationships and third-party vendors.
• 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 compensation package will include many components including:

• Salary range $50,000 - $65,000 (to be negotiated)
• Employee benefits medical, dental, life insurance, ADD, EAP
• Bonus eligibility
• Generous vacation time
• Company Stock Options
• Annual professional development budget

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Stock options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person