About NanoVation Therapeutics  

NanoVation Therapeutics is a pioneer in the design and creation of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery. NanoVation’s LNP technologies aim to overcome the limitations of existing nucleic acid delivery approaches, including the ability to target tissues outside the liver (extrahepatic delivery). 
 
NanoVation partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to develop genetic medicines for previously untreatable diseases. NanoVation's toolbox offers a "one-stop-shop" IP portfolio for LNP-based genetic medicine development, with comprehensive solutions spanning novel lipid designs, RNA modifications and LNP compositions.  
 

We are building our team and looking for highly motivated individuals to deliver tomorrow's genetic medicines, today. For more information, please visit nanovationtx.com. 

Career Opportunity 

NanoVation Therapeutics (NTx) is looking for a collaborative and results-driven Director, RNA, to lead our RNA department and strategy. 

Our ideal candidate is a hands-on collaborative leader with a proven track record of contributions in the field of RNA translation and mechanisms of control. Experience with engineering RNA for cell and tissue specific expression is preferred. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Actively supports and provides leadership in our core values as a member of the leadership team. Think Big.  Innovate. ACT = Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration, Trust. 

RNA Portfolio Management

• Oversee and direct RNA operations, ensuring priorities align with the organization's mission and strategic goals. 
• Lead the development and advancement of innovative RNA processes and modalities. 
• Promote efficiency, quality and profitability in RNA production. 
• Collaborate with project teams and internal stakeholders for seamless process transfer and development. 
• Contribute as required to meet corporate objectives. 

Scientific Strategy

• Lead the RNA portfolio, guiding research to achieve strategic objectives. 
• Collaborate with scientific leadership to assess and adapt R&D programs as necessary. 

Research & Intellectual Property

• Support business development for current and emerging RNA technologies. 
• Work with the CSO to identify, protect, and enhance intellectual property. 
• Assist in forming partnerships and technological advancements to maintain competitiveness. 

Leadership & Team Development

• As a member of the leadership team, contribute to corporate strategic planning. 
• Mentor, develop, and support a high-performing scientific team, preparing future leaders in the field. 
• Represent NTx at scientific conferences and in industry partnerships. 

Fiscal and Relationship Management

• Oversee the RNA department’s budget and fiscal planning. 
• Foster high-quality relationships with strategic partners, vendors, and key opinion leaders within the RNA and biotechnology sectors. 

Education & Experience Required

• PhD in biochemistry or a Life Sciences-related discipline. MBA or complimentary education is considered an asset.   
• 15+ years’ progressive scientific leadership roles in scientific areas related to NTx work. 
• Expert RNA knowledge and understanding of the LNP industry. 
• Strategic thinking and planning in all areas of business.  
• Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate, summarize and communicate scientific and business case information.  
• Demonstrated ability to identify, determine and lead company and departmental vision, objectives and goals. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead, adapt and thrive in an entrepreneurial, growing, and changing work environment. 
• Proven ability to build and lead an effective and engaged team to positive results. 
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral: Communicates with respectful, honest, open, and objective communication. 
• Strong Initiative: Proactively looks for opportunities for self, peers, and the company. 
• Innovative: Proactively learns, adapts and generates new ideas individually and as a team member. 
• Solution Oriented: Proactively looks for solutions and comes to the table with assessments and solutions for self, peers, and the company. 
• Flexibility:  Proactively plans ahead and is open to a variety of options and embraces change. 
• Lifelong Learner: Continuous learning and sharing of knowledge.  Being curiosity-driven; looks for and finds the answers, collaboratively. 
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to meet corporate objectives. 

What we offer: 

Your total rewards package will include many components including:  

• Salary range $125,000 - $160,000 (Your employment offer will be determined based on many factors as part of our total rewards package.)  
• Employee benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, ADD and our Employee Assistance Program  
• Bonus eligibility  
• Generous vacation time 
• Generous sick leave 
• Company Stock Options  
• Annual professional development budget 

How to Apply 

To submit your application, please apply through our career portal https://ats.rippling.com/nanovation-careers/jobs.  We thank and appreciate all applicants who apply.  Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.