We’re Hiring: Senior Scientist – Lipid Nanoparticles & Topical Drug Delivery

NellaDerm Therapeutics is developing a patent-pending precision dermatology platform combining AI-enabled insights, intelligent formulations, and advanced topical delivery technologies.

We are seeking a hands‑on Senior Scientist to lead the development and translation of lipid‑based nanoparticle systems for topical dermatological applications. This is a Vancouver-based role, and the successful candidate must be based in Metro Vancouver and available for hands‑on laboratory work.

Key responsibilities:

Design and optimize SLNs, NLCs, liposomes, and related lipid‑based delivery systems

Develop secure, effective, and scalable topical formulations

Lead particle characterization, encapsulation, release, skin‑penetration, and stability studies

Establish experimental protocols and troubleshoot formulation challenges

Support preclinical development, technology transfer,



manufacturing scale‑up, and CMC activities

Collaborate with internal scientists and external research and manufacturing partners

Required qualifications:

Master’s degree or PhD in pharmaceutics, nanomedicine, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related field

At least five years of relevant industry experience in lipid nanoparticles, advanced drug‑delivery systems, or topical formulation development

Solid hands‑on experience with lipid nanoparticles and topical or transdermal delivery

Expertise in formulation optimization and analytical characterization

A demonstrated record of pharmaceutical product development, patents, publications, or technology translation

Experience in dermatology or inflammatory skin conditions is highly desirable
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📌 Senior Scientist British Columbia
🏢 NellaDerm Therapeutics
📍 British Columbia