Principal Scientist, Process Development

BioTalent is supporting an exciting Texas-based Cell and Gene therapy manufacturer to appoint the Lead/Principal Scientist of the group. Leading teams, projects, and responsible for the build-out of their organization, set to double in headcount this year.

This role will offer you the opportunity to:

• Lead the Process Development group covering the latest in Cell & Gene therapy technologies
• Lead all Process Development & Tech Transfer projects.
• Longer-term growth including leading a highly successful team of PD Scientists.
• Work cross-functionally, collaborating with teams spanning all aspects of pre-clinical, clinical and commercial development.
• Expand and build out your team through this year and into next year.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing technology development and innovation projects.
• Managing process/technology transfers.
• Communication between functions and areas as well as customer interactions.
• Representing PD for all regulatory inspections and customer audits.
• Continuous improvement programs for all processes in line with company initiatives
• Responsible for timelines, deadlines, and costs.

You must have the following:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar/related discipline with 4+ years of relevant industry experience (BS/MS considered with relevant experience).
• Experience working with Cell or Gene therapies.
• Experience working with scale-up and tech transfer to GMP manufacturing.
• CDMO experience preferred.
• Legal right to work in the USA without Visa Sponsorship.

Please feel free to reach out to me directly or apply to this advert to learn more over a confidential call:

E: sam.heron@biotalent.com

P: (617) 275 7236