Process Dev Engineering Scientist

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop robust manufacturing processes for cell therapy products
• Lead and manage development studies for cell-based drug candidates designed to treat diabetes
• Mentor a team of bioprocess scientific associates within a cross-functional environment
• Develop expertise in pluripotent stem cell culture and differentiation to support process optimization
• Use engineering principles to solve complex technical issues and document results in electronic lab notebooks
• Perform statistical analysis and advanced analytics on experimental data
• Generate and review technical protocols and reports
• Communicate progress and escalate business-critical issues regarding supply and timelines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, or a related discipline
• 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor's, 3+ years with a Master's, or 0-3 years with a PhD
• Expertise in cell culture process development for biologics or cell therapy products
• Experience with bioreactor process control, design, and scale-up principles
• Proficiency in Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis using tools such as JMP
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and GMP requirements
• Experience with various bioreactor platforms including stirred tank reactors and AMBR systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pluripotent stem cell culture in both adherent and suspension formats
• Proficiency with online and inline analytical tools and bioreactor feeding technologies

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off, including a week-long company shutdown in Summer and Winter
• Educational assistance programs and student loan repayment
• 401(k) with company matching
• Commuting subsidies and annual bonus eligibility

About the Company

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company is dedicated to treating the underlying causes of life-shortening genetic diseases and maintains a robust clinical pipeline across various modalities.