Job Details

On-site Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven individual to join the Gene Delivery Process and Analytical Development team. Our team develops process and technology underpinning critical raw materials used in the manufacturing of engineered T cells, including viral vector.

• The primary focus of this Research Associate position will be to support upstream and downstream operations in our 50 L pilot lab for production of AAV vectors used for gene delivery and gene editing of our cell therapy products.
• This team member will support current programs, advance process development of scalable, manufacturing-friendly viral vector processes, and provide non GMP grade viral vector for pre-IND studies. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, personal development, and diversity in pursuit of an inclusive and motivating work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Hands-on experience in upstream (cell culture and transfection conditions) and downstream (clarification, tangential flow filtration, chromatography) unit operations for viral vector production
• Prepare buffers and process solutions for pilot scale productions
• Contribute to planning and design of experiments, execution and independent analysis of data.
• Maintain proper documentation of process data.

Basic Qualifications:

• M.S. or B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Virology, or related disciplines
• 0-2 years of industry experience in process development or related work
• Independently motivated with the ability to multitask and work in teams
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to read and understand scientific literature
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
• Experience with downstream equipment and techniques (Chromatography/AKTA, UF/DF, Sterile Filtration)
• Familiar with statistical analysis and experimental design
• Familiar with general analytical assays, such as HPLC and ELISA.
• Additional Job Requirements:
• Position Handles Hazardous Materials

Additional Job Requirements:  

• Position Handles Hazardous Materials