Senior Research Associate, LNP Production
Flagship Pioneering
September 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Watertown, MA
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Research Associate, LNP Production, supporting development of lipid nanoparticle formulations for nucleic acid therapeutics. Responsibilities: design, formulate, produce, and characterize LNPs for preclinical studies; optimize processes across scales using equipment like mixers and TFF; troubleshoot formulation and process issues; collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret data and advance delivery platforms; maintain detailed documentation and communicate findings. Requirements: BS or MS in chemical, biochemical, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field; BS + 5 years or MS + 3 years industry/research experience; hands-on expertise with LNP formulation, processing equipment (mixers, TFF), and characterization techniques (particle size, encapsulation). HighValue: nucleic acid delivery (mRNA, siRNA), preclinical research, formulation development, process optimization. WorkSetup: hands-on, collaborative environment supporting multiple programs.