Join a high-caliber innovation team in Temecula as an R&D Scientist, where you will play a pivotal role in the end-to-end development of cutting-edge nano and microparticle formulations. This position offers a PhD-level scientist the unique opportunity to leverage expertise in lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), polymer nanoparticles, and conjugation chemistry to transition project concepts into validated prototypes. You will work at the forefront of chemical biology and immunology, developing reproducible production methods and sophisticated assay characterizations that directly impact the future of drug discovery. If you are a self-motivated researcher with a deep background in Pharmacology or Formulation Science and a passion for hands-on innovation from scale-up to post-launch support, this role provides an ideal platform to showcase your technical mastery in a high-standard laboratory environment.
location: Temecula, California
job type: Contract
salary: $65 - 75 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Doctorate
responsibilities:
- Develop hands-on skills expertise in nano/microparticle formulations (e.g., lipid nanoparticle and polymer nanoparticles) and conjugation chemistry
- Maintain knowledge & expertise in technical areas of formulation characterization and assay development
- Expand experiences in immunology and chemical biology
- Engage with internal innovation team in formulating project concepts
- Validate technical prototypes
- Perform result analysis
- Document all the innovation work
- Support product launch and post-launch follow ups
- Collaborate with group members and stakeholders
- Lend insights into drug discovery and virtual demo tailed description of the services you require.
qualifications:
Required:
- A PhD in Pharmacology, Formulation Science or Biology
- Prior experience with formulation science, cell culture assays
- Someone who can be a self starter
skills: Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Biology, Cell Cultures, Cell-based Assays
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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