Senior Scientist, Formulation & Drug Product Dev (12+mo)

Vir Biotechnology; San Francisco (CA); Sur place; USD 105 000 - 131 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Vir Biotechnology in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Scientist I to lead formulation development and process optimization for parenteral antibodies and biologics. This role blends hands-on lab work with technical leadership across programs and external partners.

You will design DoE-based studies, guide tech transfer to contract manufacturers, and contribute to regulatory-ready documents. PhD with 5+ years (or equivalent) and lyophilization/prefilled-syringe experience are preferred; onsite 5

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years, Master’s with 8+ years, or Bachelor’s with 10+ years in biosciences or related.
• Expertise in formulation and drug product development for monoclonal antibodies and biologics; lyophilization and prefilled syringe experience preferred.
• Experience with experimental design (DoE), data analysis, and statistical programs for formulation screening and optimization.
• Strong knowledge of analytical methods for formulation assessments.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and external collaborations.
• Experience authoring development reports and regulatory filings.

Responsabilités

• Scientific leadership of formulation development and process optimization for parenteral dosage forms of monoclonal antibodies and biologics.
• Design and execute in-house studies, including formulation screening, in-use stability studies, and analytical characterization using DoE.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for internal/external DP development and manufacturing activities, including data review and risk assessment.
• Lead tech transfer of manufacturing processes to contract manufacturers with cross-functional alignment.
• Author and review high-impact technical reports, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications.
• Represent Drug Product and Formulation and Device Development on cross-functional teams, contributing to strategy and timelines.
• Ensure scientific oversight for data from internal teams and CRO/CMO partners; uphold best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and adopt new technologies to strengthen capabilities.

Connaissances

Formulation development

Lyophilization

DoE

Data analysis

Analytical methods

Formation

PhD in Biosciences, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related

Master’s in biosciences or related field (5+ years experience required)

Bachelor’s in biosciences or related field (10+ years experience)

Outils

Statistical software

Description du poste

Vir Biotechnology in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Scientist I to lead formulation development and process optimization for parenteral antibodies and biologics. This role blends hands-on lab work with technical leadership across programs and external partners.

You will design DoE-based studies, guide tech transfer to contract manufacturers, and contribute to regulatory-ready documents. PhD with 5+ years (or equivalent) and lyophilization/prefilled-syringe experience are preferred; onsite 5