Scientist II - Analytical
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Genentech is seeking a Scientist II to join its Gene Medicines team in San Diego. The role analyzes lipid nanoparticle-based pharmaceuticals and supports in vivo genome editing and gene therapy applications. The scientist will develop characterization methods, relate nanoparticle properties to efficacy and safety, and collaborate with analytical scientists and other functional teams. The position is onsite and is a six-month contract, with possible extensions.
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Job Title: Scientist II - Analytical
Job Location: Onsite in San Diego, CA, 92111
Job Duration: 6 month contract, with extensions possible.
Position Summary:
Genentech is searching for an outstanding Scientist II to join the Gene Medicines team in San Diego, CA. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with new non-viral nucleic acid delivery tools for in vivo genome editing and gene therapy applications. This person will be engaged in the analysis of novel lipid nanoparticle-based pharmaceuticals.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Work at the direction of Analytical scientists to analyze lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) encapsulating nucleic acids and LNP components using HPLC and Biolayer Interferometry (BLI)
• Develop methods to characterize LNPs and LNP components
• Establish relationships between physiochemical characteristics of experimental nanoparticle formulations and their efficacy and safety
• Maintain detailed records of analytical data
• Interface directly with other functional teams
• Share responsibility for basic lab management activities (supply ordering, instrument calibration, maintaining schedules)
Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Masters or Bachelors degree with 5+ years experience in pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or related scientific discipline (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Experience developing methods in gradient-elution HPLC modalities such as RP, IPRP, or AEX is required
• Experience with BLI or Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) is highly desirable
• Experience with LCMS is desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce consistent results and effectively communicate them to the team
• Ability to be a team player, multitask and work on multiple projects at once, and excel in a collaborative work environment.
• Proficiency at MS Excel is required; prior experience with advanced analytical software (Prism, JMP) is desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,125 open Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- California median$124–175K/yr268 salary ranges
- California median$32–38/hr31 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 430 open Scientist jobs in California and 2,125 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- Genentech31 open
- Amgen24 open
- Gilead Sciences, Inc.18 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (1,561 postings).
- Education
- 1,131 of the 2,125 open Scientist jobs (53%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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