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# Scientist I - LNP

- **Company:** Dawar Consulting, Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $95,680.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/scientist-i-lnp-san-diego-ca--9aead5ca-49c0-4e70-bba3-7f7aa076050e

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degreein Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field with2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
 * Hands-on experience withLNP characterization, includingRiboGreen, DLS, Zeta Potential, and/orHPLC.
 * Proficiency inbuffer preparationand laboratory analytical techniques.
 * Strong data analysis skills with proficiency inMicrosoft Excel; experience withGraphPad PrismorJMPis a plus.

## Description

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and gene therapy, is looking for a Scientist I in San Diego, CA.Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension)Pay Rate : $46/hr on W2Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick leave, 401KSeeking aScientist Ito support the Gene Therapy team by performing analytical characterization oflipid nanoparticles (LNPs)used for gene therapy and genome editing applications. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on evaluating nanoparticle formulations, generating high-quality analytical data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance non-viral nucleic acid delivery technologies.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform analytical testing and quantification ofLNPs encapsulating nucleic acids.Characterize LNP formulations using analytical techniques such asRiboGreen, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Zeta Potential, andHPLC.Analyze raw materials and evaluate relationships between nanoparticle properties, efficacy, and safety.Maintain accurate analytical records and communicate results to project teams.Collaborate with cross-functional scientists and support routine laboratory operations, including buffer preparation, instrument calibration, and inventory management.Required QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degreein Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field with2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.Hands-on experience withLNP characterization, includingRiboGreen, DLS, Zeta Potential, and/orHPLC.Proficiency inbuffer preparationand laboratory analytical techniques.Strong data analysis skills with proficiency inMicrosoft Excel; experience withGraphPad PrismorJMPis a plus.If interested, please share your updated resume athr@dawarconsulting.com/akansha@dawarconsulting.com