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Lead Scientist - Viral Vectors

Job LocationLondon
EducationNot Mentioned
SalarySalary negotiable
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent,full-timeB

Job Description

A pioneering company who are at the centre of the Cell & Gene Therapy sector are seeking a Lead Scientist to take on an influential position within their R&D Group based in 1200 m2 laboratories in Central London. The role of Lead Scientist is to provideleadership and in-depth expertise in the process, analytical and manufacturing development of Viral Vectors. Playing a key role in developing the strategy for the group to ensure they stay at the cutting edge of the sector by developing / or adopting thelatest techniques.As a company they have developed an end-to-end manufacturing process for AAV which they are now using to support the growth of the Cell & Gene Therapy Sector. The Lead Scientist will take full responsibility for the management of a team and the design, planning,and execution of development programmes for AAV and Lentiviral vectors.Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead the development of the strategy for viral vector process development working with the CSO, MD R&D, and Head of Viral Vectors.
  • Deliver viral vector development programmes using your technical expertise and work with relevant subject matter experts.
  • Keep the group at the cutting edge of R&D by incorporating the latest developments in this area.
  • Work closely with key external and internal stakeholders to ensure programmes are fully assessed to ensure they benefit the wider industry.
Required Skills and Expertise:
  • PhD in relevant area and commercial experience within the Cell & Gene Therapy Sector.
  • Demonstrable experience of working with Viral Vectors
  • Experience of the Upstream Bioprocessing / Process Development of viral vectors
  • Experience of Cell line development
  • Experience of working with AKTA, chromatography, filtration, and other purification techniques.
  • Experience of molecular biology techniques such as flow cytometry and PCR
  • Understanding of CMC and / or GMP Ready process is desirable.
Company Overview:The companys aim is to advance the cell & gene therapy sector to make the UK the place to commercialise these life changing therapies. They have the capabilities to take a therapy from the discovery phases, across the translational gap to the clinic and thenthrough clinical trials to launch. Using their R&D expertise to achieve this along with their drive for innovation and continuously adopting the latest and most effective approaches.They have a strong culture that is focused on collaborative and innovative working to deliver these life changing therapies to patients. As a company they offer excellent career development opportunities through their L&D programme that not only gives youthe skills to advance your career but creates opportunities to take the step forwards to utilise them in a new position. Added to this they are continuing to expand as the demand for their expertise increases and they explore new areas of the sector.

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