Research Associate
$65,000–$90,000 year
On-site · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Design, prepare, and evaluate extended-release drug formulations in support of Eupraxia's pipeline and lead drug candidate for eosinophilic esophagitis. Perform formulation screening and optimization studies with proper controls and documentation; assist in transferring manufacturing processes from bench to pilot scale; conduct in vitro dissolution experiments and characterize particles by microscopy and particle size analysis; perform analytical sample analysis using HPLC, UV-Vis, and other techniques; maintain laboratory equipment and troubleshoot instruments; plan and execute experiments independently under guidance; accurately record experimental data; analyze, interpret, and summarize results for internal reports and team meetings.
Required Qualifications
- An MSc (or a BSc with 2-3 years of relevant experience) in a scientific field such as chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline.
- Experience in designing and conducting experiments related to material synthesis and characterization.
- Knowledge of a broad range of analytical and characterisation techniques such as NMR, mass spectrometry, HPLC, GPC, particle size analysis and microscopy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with the science team.
- A life-long learner mindset and a critical thinker, committed to continuous growth and problem solving.
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