Associate Scientist-lentiviral vector production

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Major responsibilities:

• Execute activities related to manufacturing process transfer.
• Perform upstream production operations for lentiviral vectors and prepare associated production records and documentation.
• Establishment of cell banks for viral vector packaging.
• Routine maintenance of GMP production facilities.
• Manage the procurement and inventory of production materials.
• Assisting the PD team with relevant process development work as needed.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisors according to project requirements.

  Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or above in pharmaceutical or biological sciences, or a related discipline.
  • At least 2 years of hands-on GMP upstream production experience with viral vectors; familiar with GMP manufacturing workflows such as cleanroom gowning, material transfer, and room clearance procedures; strong awareness of aseptic operations. Candidates with process development experience for lentiviral vectors are preferred.
  • Familiarity with lentiviral vector packaging processes and fundamental principles, such as traditional cell factory methods; experience with fixed-bed bioreactor platforms is preferred.
  • Practical experience in scaled-up upstream production of lentiviral vectors and bioreactor cultivation.
  • Excellent teamwork, resilience under pressure, and communication skills.

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