SENIOR SCIENTIST / ENGINEER – GENE THERAPY BIOPROCESSING

MyGradJob; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking a Senior Scientist/Engineer in Gene Therapy Bioprocessing to support the development of innovative technologies. This hands-on role requires a PhD in Cell Biology or related Engineering field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in process development.

The successful candidate will provide expertise in viral vector production, work in a collaborative environment, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of gene therapy.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Cell Biology or related engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of upstream systems for viral vector production and downstream purification.
• Strong experience in bioreactor development and downstream processing.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of novel technologies and processes for gene therapy manufacturing.
• Provide process development and product application expertise.
• Support partnerships to demonstrate industry-leading solutions.

Skills

Process development

Analytical problem solving

Bioreactor process development

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in Cell Biology or related Engineering field

Job description

SENIOR SCIENTIST / ENGINEER – GENE THERAPY BIOPROCESSING

MilliporeSigma is the North American life science brand of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany – a leading science and technology company. It offers a broad range of innovative products and services to biotech and pharmaceutical drug therapies businesses. Through dedicated collaboration with the scientific and engineering communities, and as one of the top three R&D investors in the life science tools industry, the brand serves as a strategic partner to customers and helps advance the promise of life science.

Responsibilities

This senior scientist or engineer position will support efforts leading to the development of novel technologies and processes for gene therapy manufacturing. The successful candidate will play an important role as an integral part of a dynamic team in MilliporeSigma’s Virus & Gene Therapy Bioprocessing group.

This hands‑on position will provide process development and product application expertise and coordinate and participate in collaboration activities while providing timely interpretation of data and results. It will support partnerships to demonstrate industry‑leading solutions offered by MilliporeSigma, and involve working collaboratively with a broad group of technical and non‑technical personnel, including scientists and engineers as well as partner personnel.

The ability to work independently is required. The successful candidate will be expected to work safely, effectively and efficiently in the lab, lead projects and drive execution in a matrix environment to accomplish objectives with short deadlines. The ability to work effectively in a team environment is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Cell Biology or related Engineering field with 2+ years relevant industrial experience. Experience in process development, applications and product development environments is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of a variety of upstream systems for viral vector production and downstream systems for viral vector purification.
• Strong experience in bioreactor process development and operation and/or downstream processing applications for viral vector production preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently to accomplish project objectives.
• Self‑directed with sense of urgency and excited to learn and develop new skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify appropriate extended team members and secure commitment to project objectives.
• Experience working in a matrix resourcing environment and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to appropriately communicate with external partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize and work effectively on multiple tasks.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.