Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Onsite
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Process Dev Engineering Principal Scientific Associate
LOCATION: 50 Northern Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02210
OPENINGS: 1
DUTIES:
Support the development of robust, scaled upstream or downstream production processes and methods for cell and gene therapy projects.
Perform stem cell expansion and differentiation in bench-scale bioreactors to support media development and optimization using high-throughput bench scale systems (Ambr15/Ambr250).
Development and documentation of protocols and technologies in support of upstream and downstream cell product development from clinical to commercial scale.
Apply DoE/QbD principles in process development and characterization, establishing process parameters, and contributing to CMC sections of regulatory filings.
Transfer processes to internal manufacturing and CDMOs, providing documentation, training, and technical support to ensure successful scale-up and implementation in cGMP environments.
Plan, execute, and document experiments and data analyses in support of process improvement.
Draft study protocols and reports while ensuring data integrity.
Contribute to technical reports, regulatory filings, source documents, patents, and external publications.
Prepare data analysis and deliver technical presentations to both the internal and external stakeholders in the process development department.
Utilize industry standard quality management tools (RCA, FMEA) to troubleshoot and continuously improve process issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project deliverables by providing technical expertise from lab experiment results to enable data-driven decisions for key stakeholders.
REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Science, Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in Process Dev Engineering Principal Scientific Associate-related occupation.
Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Science, Engineering or a related field and 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a Process Dev Engineering Principal Scientific Associate-related occupation.
Position requires demonstrable experience in the following:
Rate of Pay: $106870.00 - $110900.00
CONTACT: Send Resume to futuretalent@vrtx.com. Reference 12140.653. EOE.
Pay Range:
$86,800 - $130,200Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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