Sr Scientist – Early Process Development & Manufacturing

EsoBiotec

Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium
Competitive
Not specified (assume hybrid or flexible given the industry context).
Lentiviral vector manufacturing
Upstream and downstream process development
Bioreactor studies
EsoBiotec, now part of AstraZeneca, is seeking a Senior Scientist for Early Process Development & Manufacturing specializing in lentiviral vectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in viral vector engineering and process development, contributing to innovative therapies in a collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • Join us in shaping the future of cell and gene therapy with your expertise in viral vector engineering, gene editing, CAR and TCR T cell engineering or myeloid immunobiology in cancer.
  • Execute hypothesis-driven process development experiments that translate discovery insights into robust, product-relevant unit operations.
  • AstraZeneca offers an environment where courage, curiosity, and collaboration thrive.

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EsoBiotec, now part of AstraZeneca, is seeking a Senior Scientist for Early Process Development & Manufacturing specializing in lentiviral vectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in viral vector engineering and process development, contributing to innovative therapies in a collaborative environment.

Salary

Competitive

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • lentiviral vector manufacturing
  • upstream and downstream process development
  • bioreactor studies
  • design-of-experiments
  • technical documentation
  • technology transfer

Nice-to-have

  • product-oriented, discovery-driven culture
  • continuous improvement mindset
  • collaboration with discovery and CMC
  • cost-of-goods reduction

Key Requirements

  • MS or PhD with relevant industry experience
  • 4+ years industry experience for Senior Scientist
  • demonstrated contributions to LVV or other viral vector manufacturing
  • hands-on experience with upstream LVV production
  • practical expertise in downstream processing
  • proficiency with bioreactors and scale-up principles
  • strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • proven problem-solving and experimental rigor
  • strong scientific/technical writing and communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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