Senior Scientist, Tech Ops

CSL Ltd

Holly Springs, NC, United States
On-site
Influenza virus experience
Classic virology assays
Developing virology assays
CSL Ltd is seeking a Senior Scientist in Tech Ops to develop new influenza vaccine strains and manage related research and development projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in virology, particularly with influenza, and will be responsible for leading scientific experiments with a focus on rigorous documentation and quality control

Job Summary

  • Develops new influenza candidate vaccine strains for subsequent vaccine antigen manufacture, conducting sophisticated characterization to identify and ensure suitability of strains.
  • Designs and implements experimental processes, directs technical and operational activities, and contributes to project progression and portfolio management.
  • Applies advanced knowledge, coaches lower-level professionals, and provides scientific expertise in relevant technology platforms for research and product development.

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CSL Ltd is seeking a Senior Scientist in Tech Ops to develop new influenza vaccine strains and manage related research and development projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in virology, particularly with influenza, and will be responsible for leading scientific experiments with a focus on rigorous documentation and quality control.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Influenza virus experience
  • Classic virology assays
  • Developing virology assays
  • Viral reverse genetics
  • NGS characterization
  • Rigorous documentation practices
  • Scientific expertise and guidance

Nice-to-have

  • Relationship building with partners
  • Working with regulatory authorities
  • Dynamic portfolio management
  • Economical mass production development

Key Requirements

  • Postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years relevant industry or academic experience
  • Experience with influenza virus strongly preferred
  • Experience with classic virology assays strongly preferred
  • Experience developing virology, cell-based, and/or molecular assays strongly preferred
  • Experience with viral reverse genetics including sequence design and characterization (including NGS) strongly preferred
  • Project work experience
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills (English language)

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