Nucleic Acids R&D co-op at Danaher in Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

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The Nucleic Acids R&D co-op is responsible for supporting the development, optimization, and integration of RNA-focused unit operations through experimental execution, data generation, and technical documentation.

This position reports to the Manager and is part of the Nucleic Acids R&D team located in Vancouver and will be an on-site role. 

What you will do:

• Support optimization of end-to-end process workflows for RNA-based therapeutics and related applications.

• Assist in process development and scale-up activities, including upstream and downstream operations.

• Contribute to integration and improvement of RNA manufacturing steps to enhance efficiency and consistency.

• Prepare technical documentation including SOPs, reports, and presentations.

• Assist with day-to-day lab operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry

• Analytical, ability to interpret data, and troubleshoot issues. 

• Must be a proactive, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• The individual must be a team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Basic understanding of RNA.

• Familiarity with unit operations such as chromatography, Tangential flow filtration, formulation.

• Experience/familiarity of techniques such as nucleic acid and protein purification, enzyme kinetics, gel electrophoresis.

The annual salary range OR the hourly range for this role is 45,000-55,000 CAD/year. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to access our website, and as applicable participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.

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Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to access our website, and as applicable participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.