Senior Downstream Scientist, Viral Vector Development

Socket.dev; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. is seeking a senior scientist to drive downstream viral vector process development and GMP-scale transfer. You will translate research processes to manufacturing-ready platforms, scale-up viral vector operations (LVV/AAV), and lead or mentor a small team in the near term.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in biotech, strong DOE/statistics, and experience with regulatory submissions; cross-functional collaboration is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. with 5+ years in biotech development, LVV/AAV experience preferred.
• Experience in viral vector process development and manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Strong DOE and statistical analysis skills and regulatory knowledge are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on development and optimization of downstream unit operations for viral vector manufacturing.
• Plan and execute AAV/LVV purification experiments; analyze data and report summaries.
• Collaborate with internal/external partners to evaluate new bioprocessing technologies.
• Support cGMP risk evaluation, deviations, and technology transfer to manufacturing.
• Prepare CMC sections for regulatory submissions (IND, Annual Reports, BLA).
• Present updates to project teams and senior management on process development progress.

Skills

DOE & statistics

Viral vector process development

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical transfer

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemical/Biochemical Eng, Biological Sciences or related biotech

Job description

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. is seeking a senior scientist to drive downstream viral vector process development and GMP-scale transfer. You will translate research processes to manufacturing-ready platforms, scale-up viral vector operations (LVV/AAV), and lead or mentor a small team in the near term.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in biotech, strong DOE/statistics, and experience with regulatory submissions; cross-functional collaboration is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.