Associate Director/Senior Manager, LNP PD, Cell Therapy

Posted:
1/5/2026, 12:44:46 AM

Location(s):
Shanghai, China ⋅ Xuhui District, Shanghai, China

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Product

Key Responsibilities

LNP Formulation and Process Development:
Develop nucleic acid LNP (Lipid Nanoparticle) formulations and manufacturing processes, including component ratio optimization and process development for PD/AD/QC stages.

Formulation Evaluation and Optimization:
Evaluate, adjust, and optimize LNP formulations and processes. Develop analytical methodologies and quality standards for raw materials, intermediates, final products, and manufacturing steps.

CDMO and Supplier Management:
Participate in the management and supervision of CDMOs and raw material suppliers to ensure project quality, progress, and compliance.

Regulatory Documentation Support:
Assist project leaders in data compilation and documentation preparation for IND submissions and regulatory filings.

Other Tasks:
Complete other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

Education:
Ph.D. in Nanobiomaterials, Organic Chemistry, Bioengineering, or related scientific disciplines.

Technical Expertise:
Hands-on experience in nanoparticle or liposome technology, including process development, analytical method development/optimization, and quality specification establishment.

Process Knowledge:
Deep understanding of LNP formulation processes and related unit operations such as nanoparticle encapsulation and ultrafiltration/diafiltration.
Familiar with analytical and quality control techniques, CMC development principles, and GMP/industry quality standards.

Communication Skills:
Strong ability to read and interpret English scientific literature. Capable of technical writing for process and analytical method development. Excellent oral communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred:
Proven track record in successful development and regulatory submission (including IND filing or clinical approval) of nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems.

Date Posted

05-1月-2026

Closing Date

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