Senior Director, LNP Formulation & Process Development
Core
Lead LNP formulation, process development, and small-scale production for partner and internal genetic medicine programs.
Role type
Senior Director, LNP Formulation & Process Development
Builds
Scalable, reproducible LNP capabilities for mRNA, siRNA, and gene-editing payloads
Domain
Biotechnology / Nucleic Acid Delivery
Required skills
LNP formulation, process development, team leadership, program execution, client-facing communication, technical troubleshooting, technology transfer, GMP manufacturing knowledge, experimental planning, data review
Preferred skills
CDMO/CMO experience, multi-payload development, scaling capabilities, business development support
Technologies
Lipid Nanoparticles, mRNA, siRNA, gene-editing components
Responsibilities
Lead LNP formulation and process development function; Establish technical strategy and best practices; Provide senior technical leadership across programs; Serve as technical interface with clients and partners; Oversee non-GMP production for preclinical studies; Drive process optimization and technology transfer; Lead and mentor the LNP team
Seniority
Senior Director, hands-on scientific and organizational leader