North America Head of RNA Production
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of RNA Production to establish and scale a laboratory dedicated to the production of DNA templates, in vitro–transcribed (IVT) RNA, and lipid nanoparticle–formulated RNA (LNP-RNA). This role combines strategic planning, laboratory build-out, and hands-on process development to enable high-quality nucleic acid production for research and therapeutic applications.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement laboratory workflows for DNA, RNA, and LNP-RNA production and quality assurance.
• Install and maintain critical equipment (purification systems, IVT platforms, TFF, microfluidic LNP systems).
• Develop and execute processes for DNA template generation, RNA synthesis and purification, and LNP formulation.
• Execute and analyze experiments to support continuous process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure seamless process transfer.
• Implement and evaluate QC assays for DNA, RNA, and LNP-RNA (CGE, DLS, etc)
Required:
• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in nucleic acid production, process development, or formulation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Enthusiastic, responsible, flexible and can handle pressure.
• Experience precisely following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Preferred:
• Proven track record of establishing or scaling laboratory operations.
• Prior leadership or startup experience, particularly in setting up new capabilities.
• Strong project management skills with ability to balance long-term strategy and day-to-day execution.
Why Join us?
This is a unique opportunity to collaboratively develop a new lab space and shape the foundation of next-generation RNA and LNP-based technologies and directly impact the growth of an emerging biotech company.
Our organization:
RiboPro is an innovative biotech company that provides customers within academia and industry with tailor-made RNA products and advice. Messenger RNA (mRNA) is an emerging technology, which has recently proven itself as the active ingredient in the 2 best corona vaccines. But much more can be done with RNA; we can make radically better medicines, realize sustainable food production and solve various environmental problems RiboPro makes these applications possible by delivering high-quality and innovative mRNA products quickly and affordably to customers who develop specific applications. By helping thousands of customers worldwide at the same time with our products and knowledge, we can make a major contribution. You can be at the base of the company that enables the development of new medicines and products.
At our headquarters, located at the Pivot Park in Oss, we work with a young and driven team of about 30 colleagues. The location of this position is at our location in Oss.
Meet your new colleagues!
Together you will create success!
Lynda Menard
RNA Applications Consultant- 15+ yrs of experience
- Mol. Bio & RNA & Proteins
RNA Applications Consultant
Lynda Menard
Todd Kwitchoff
Sr. Director of Sales and US Operations- 30+ yrs of experience
- Sales & Commercial Operations
Sr. Director of Sales and US Operations
Todd Kwitchoff
Join our fast growing startup
Our mission
It is our mission to revolutionize medicine by being the most innovative and supportive technology partner for RNA-therapy pioneers.
Together, we will create scientific breakthroughs, bring novel, better medicines to the patient, or address other societal challenges, such as the environment.
Culture & values
We value a collaborative culture, where together we make the difference. As a start-up, we have to get things done, grow, innovate with just a few people, but we know, together we can get it done.
We do not shy away from an experiment and accept that failing is part of the learning curve. As long as we keep on learning, it is not a waste.
About us
We started RIBOPRO from a desire to help innovators around the world bring new medicines to the patient. We believed access to high-quality material and to technologies that affect the performance of the drug were critical to that mission. Thus, through in-house research, we developed both the manufacturing processes for high quality mRNA and LNPs, and developed novel technologies to boost the performance of the mRNA/gain control over the delivery. These technologies not only provide better outcomes, but also provide freedom to operate in an otherwise competitive marketplace.
We go beyond. Beyond the expected, by challenging the status quo. By thinking ahead and working harder we achieve more. For us going above and beyond is our daily routine. We do so because we have a clear vision of the rewards when we do.
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