MSAT Process Scientist, Cell Therapy & Tech Transfer

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 92,299; Part time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston, MA seeks a Process Development Engineering Scientist to lead MSAT activities for cell therapy programs. This onsite, 6‑month contract role focuses on technology development, transfer from Development to Clinical Manufacturing, and PPQ support.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration, including CDMO oversight and risk-based approaches. A PhD or Master’s with experience is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences, chemical engineering, or related discipline or Master’s degree with minimum 3+ years of industry experience or Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead triage, investigation, and change control as an MSAT assessor; identify improvements and monitor manufacturing processes.
• Manage delivery of short- and long-term milestones; identify program risks and communicate strategies.
• Review and contribute to regulatory submissions (IND, IMPD); author supporting documents and reports.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to align scope, schedule and budget.
• Drive continuous improvement and lifecycle management; reduce COGS and enable commercial readiness.
• Champion pre-PPQ and PPQ activities.
• Establish robust process performance across clinical and commercial manufacturing lines; lead process monitoring and lifecycle initiatives.
• Oversee CDMOs by providing guidance and ensuring performance and delivery.

Skills

MSAT experience

Change management

Regulatory filings

Cell processing

Cross-functional leadership

Process transfer

Lifecycle management

Team training

Education

PhD in Life Sciences or chemical engineering

Master’s degree with 3+ years industry

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years industry

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston, MA seeks a Process Development Engineering Scientist to lead MSAT activities for cell therapy programs. This onsite, 6‑month contract role focuses on technology development, transfer from Development to Clinical Manufacturing, and PPQ support.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration, including CDMO oversight and risk-based approaches. A PhD or Master’s with experience is required.