Scientist, Viral Vector

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field. 

Preferred: MS or Ph.D. in related scientific / engineering field

Experience

Required: Seven years of relevant experience to include three years of supervisory or managerial experience. With Master's degree, five years of required experience to include four years of lead or supervisory experience.

Preferred:

• 3+ years of relevant experience or MS with 5+ years of relevant experience in process development of viral vectors and or other biologics modalities.

• Experience in PD laboratory operations with viral vector production preferred.  Familiar with adherent and suspension cell culture, bioreactor, harvest and clarification, chromatography, tangantial flow filtration, etc.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team. 

• Demonstrated strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and a superior drive for results.

• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management and staff.

• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills. 

• Ability to operate as an effective tactical, as well as strategic thinker.

• Ability to coach and influence junior level associates. 

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