Summary
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar, Cell and Genetic Medicine in San Diego, CA. This fixed-term postdoctoral position offers advanced scientific training in non-viral nucleic acid delivery and genome engineering. The successful candidate will design and execute in vitro assays, evaluate lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery efficiency, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to advance novel therapeutic applications.
Postdoctoral Scholar, Cell and Genetic Medicine, Johnson & Johnson, USA
Designation
Postdoctoral Scholar (Category: Post Doc – Drug Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development)
Overview Table
| Attribute | Details |
| Organization | Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine |
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Scholar, Cell and Genetic Medicine |
| Requisition Number | R-085443 |
| Work Pattern | Fully Onsite (BSL-2 Laboratory) |
| Location | San Diego, California, United States |
| Base Pay Range | $79,000.00 – $127,650.00 / year |
| Application Deadline | July 24, 2026 (subject to extension) |
Research Area
- Primary Focus: Cell and Genetic Medicine, Non-viral Nucleic Acid Delivery, and Genome Engineering.
- Key Topics: Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP)-based nucleic acid delivery, nuclear localization/uptake, bioconjugation strategies, and CRISPR-based genome editing.
Location
San Diego, California, United States of America (On-site, BSL-2 Laboratory Environment)
Eligibility / Qualification
Required Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemical Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biophysics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Technical Experience:
- Strong foundation in molecular biology, nucleic acid biochemistry, genome editing, or related molecular systems.
- Demonstrated experience in in vitro assay development and mammalian cell experimentation.
- Interest in expanding expertise into nanoparticle delivery systems (e.g., LNPs) and analytical characterization.
- Competencies:
- Ability to independently design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, creative problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior exposure to lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation or characterization.
- Familiarity with analytical techniques (e.g., size, encapsulation, physicochemical characterization, HPLC).
- Experience with bioconjugation or targeted delivery approaches.
- Knowledge of CRISPR-based genome editing or targeted integration workflows.
Job Description
Principal Responsibilities
- Assay Development & Execution: Independently design, optimize, and run in vitro assays to evaluate LNP-mediated nucleic acid tolerability, delivery, and nuclear localization in relevant cell models, including primary immune cells.
- Molecular & LNP Optimization: Support molecular strategies to improve nuclear uptake and contribute to LNP formulation workflows, bioconjugation strategies, and targeted delivery methods.
- Data Analysis & Quality: Analyze and interpret experimental data with scientific rigor to ensure reproducibility.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner across multidisciplinary teams to advance project milestones in pre-clinical development.
- Professional Development: Expand technical skill set through advanced training, internal symposia, and scientific conferences.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online through the official Johnson & Johnson Postdoctoral Scholar Job Posting.
Last Date to Apply
July 24, 2026 (Note: The deadline may be extended; updates will be posted on the official careers portal).
