Lead Process Development Engineer Cell Therapy

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking an R&D Engineer 4 to lead cell-based therapy production improvements and design activities within the Sanford Stem Cell Institute ecosystem. You will guide complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive implementation of ACTL policies aligned to GLP/GMP standards.

The role requires advanced engineering expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to navigate high-impact, multi-disciplinary programs at UC San Diego.

Qualifications

• Eleven (11) years of related experience, education/training, OR an Advanced degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training
• Advanced knowledge of specialized design work and the overall field. Academic and/or industry background in the area of research; proficiency with technologies such as cell processors and analysis methods
• Experience in planning, development, and fabrication of engineering systems; hands-on cell therapy product engineering and production process development
• Strong creativity and problem solving abilities to apply principles and procedures within discipline to complete difficult assignments
• Strong project management skills to accomplish research objectives
• Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex information clearly
• Ability to work collaboratively; capable of addressing complex challenges and proposing effective resolutions
• Strong understanding of GLP and GMP standards and FDA guidelines
• Experience supporting process development as a seasoned R&D Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical challenges for cell-based therapy production improvements and design
• Manage projects and oversee ACTL policies and processes
• Operate with significant autonomy to align activities with department goals

Skills

Project management

Advanced communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Creativity

Education

Advanced degree in related area

Doctorate in related area

Tools

CliniMACS/Prodigy

ELISA

qPCR

ddPCR

Flow cytometry

Job description

UC San Diego is seeking an R&D Engineer 4 to lead cell-based therapy production improvements and design activities within the Sanford Stem Cell Institute ecosystem. You will guide complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive implementation of ACTL policies aligned to GLP/GMP standards.

The role requires advanced engineering expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to navigate high-impact, multi-disciplinary programs at UC San Diego.