Senior Scientist

Description

• Be the lead scientist representing the Application and Testing Team in a multidisciplinary team developing new bioreactor systems for the production of biopharmaceuticals, with a focus on Cell and Gene Therapies.
• In line with Leadership Guidelines, apply strategic principles to align project goals with organizational objectives, optimize resource allocation, implement change management strategies to adapt to evolving project needs
• Ensure development activities meet project objectives, including biological compatibility, user requirements, and ergonomics, by representing the ‘end user’ during product development
• Design, lead and execute end-to-end bioprocess cultivations in bioreactor prototypes (from setup and scale-up to harvest), including in-process monitoring, sampling, and subsequent biological/biochemical testing
• Analyzing results and preparing comprehensive reports, summarizing the progress of projects
• Leading and mentoring of scientists and laboratory assistants, while fostering motivation and supporting their development
• Working closely with customers and stakeholders to ensure their needs are met and communicated effectively, including presenting reports, project updates, or other relevant documentation
• Ensuring health and safety and ISO standards are followed accordingly to ensure compliance and a safe working

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Studies, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related field, plus a minimum of 4 years post-PhD industry or postdoctoral experience. Master’s degree candidates should have 7+ years’ relevant industry experience.
• Strong background in cell and gene therapy manufacturing or process development, T – cell biology, CAR – T production, T- cell culture
• Experience in bioprocessing in an industrial or research laboratory, operating bioreactors at different volumes
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Experience in designing, planning and executing experiments and delivering data and conclusions for group review
• Product development experience is beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail
• Ability to plan own project work and meet deadlines
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Experience in MVDA and DOE principles is beneficial