Upstream LVV Vector Biology Principal Scientist

Legend Biotech US

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 146,410 - 192,164

Full time

14 days+
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Medical Insurance
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Vision Insurance
401(k) match
Parental Leave
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Job summary

Legend Biotech seeks an Upstream Principal Scientist, Vector Biology to lead early LVV process development in Philadelphia, focusing on establishing a manufacturable LVV platform for in vivo CAR-T programs. This role bridges molecular biology and bioprocess engineering, advising on construct-design and upstream outcomes.

The incumbent will work with Downstream, Analytical, and Technical Development teams, design DoE studies, ensure GMP-readiness, and contribute to regulatory filings while

Qualifications

  • Hands-on viral vector production and upstream process development.
  • Experience translating early processes to manufacturable platforms.
  • Proficiency with DoE and risk-based development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead early LVV process development and seed-train optimization.
  • Design and optimize LVV production workflows and CPPs.
  • Collaborate with Downstream and Analytical teams for end-to-end process coherence.
  • Drive DoE studies and data-driven decisions for scale-up.
  • Prepare technical reports and present progress to leadership.

Skills

Viral vector production
Upstream process development
Mammalian cell culture
DoE / experimental design
Data interpretation
Technical leadership

Education

MS in Bioengineering/Cell Biology
PhD in related field

Tools

Bioreactor operation
Purification / downstream processing
Vector characterization

Job description

Legend Biotech seeks an Upstream Principal Scientist, Vector Biology to lead early LVV process development in Philadelphia, focusing on establishing a manufacturable LVV platform for in vivo CAR-T programs. This role bridges molecular biology and bioprocess engineering, advising on construct-design and upstream outcomes.

The incumbent will work with Downstream, Analytical, and Technical Development teams, design DoE studies, ensure GMP-readiness, and contribute to regulatory filings while

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