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The Santangelo laboratory in the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Emory University, within the School of Medicine and Emory Vaccine Center is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented research technician to synthesize, test, and catalog lipid nanoparticles (LNPs). Using industry-standard formulation techniques, our lab encapsulates milligrams of high-quality synthetic mRNA to enable impactful therapeutic experiments (ACS Nano, Beyersdorf et al. 2022). The laboratory is outfitted with state-of-the-art testing equipment to produce and analyze formulated LNPs. We are expanding the ability of the laboratory to formulate multiple constructs simultaneously at higher scales, enabling advanced therapeutic experiments. Emory University offers a highly collaborative work environment with strong research and career development opportunities.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Functions as a skilled individual contributor or lead researcher on one or more research projects, serving as an expert in specialized area(s).
• Designs, develops and conducts large and/or complex research experiments.
• Reviews progress of research and evaluates results.
• Shares expertise in equipment operation and laboratory techniques.
• Refines/adapts methodologies to fit specific experiment requirements.
• Collaborates in the development of new techniques.
• Co-authors publications and may co-present findings with Principal Investigator at meetings/conferences.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITES: 

• Formulates LNPs using industry standard techniques and equipment.
• Analyses LNPs for size, zeta potential, and encapsulation efficiency using DLS and RNA content methods.
• Works with scientists to further develop LNP formulation protocols.
• Prepares detailed quality summaries.
• Documents LNP production and testing details and reports to supervisor.
• Prepares shipments of reagents to both domestic and international partners..

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
• Seven years of professional research experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Prior experience producing LNPs using industry-standard microfluidic based formulation devices.
• Prior experience performing DLS, zeta-potential, and RiboGreen RNA concentration techniques.
• At least 5 years of experience in a wet lab environment. 

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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