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Position Summary:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven individual to join the Gene Delivery Process & Analytical Development team. Our team develops the end-to-end processes and technologies to deliver the critical raw materials used in the manufacturing of engineered T cells, including viral vectors.
The primary focus of this Principal Engineer position is to lead tech transfer and support clinical manufacturing (up to process performance qualification (PPQ)) of gene-delivery raw materials such as: viral vectors, DNA, cell lines, RNA, Enzymes, and RNPs. The ideal candidate will have experience with process development and/or early-stage clinical manufacturing including proficiency in supporting tech transfers, deviations, change controls, and OOS investigations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead process and technology transfers, change management, and technical process support for clinical manufacturing of gene-delivery raw materials such as: viral vectors, DNA, cell lines, RNA, Enzymes, and ribonucleoproteins.
- Monitor internal and external clinical manufacturing up to process performance qualification (PPQ), identifying and managing implementation of process improvements and change controls, managing process deviations and out of specification investigations through approved quality systems for manufacturing of gene-delivery raw materials.
- Visit internal and external manufacturing sites as needed to support OOS investigations, tech transfer activities, and regulatory inspections.
- Develop, implement, and optimize early-stage tech transfer plan to streamline transition from PD to clinical manufacturing teams.
- Identify technical gaps in the form of risk assessments and work with PD colleagues to de-risk tech transfer, scale up/scale down and improve clinical vector processes throughout the clinical development period.
- Conduct due diligence to assess onboarding of new gene-delivery vendors.
- Author manufacturing and process development sections of regulatory filings as well as technical documents suitable for presentation to regulatory authorities
Qualifications:
- PhD. with 3+ years of experience, M.S with 6+ years of experience, or B.S. with 8+ years of experience
- Experience in a biotechnology process development or manufacturing environment for globally regulated products, such as vaccines, biologics, or cell & gene therapies
- Experience with PD and/or early-stage clinical manufacturing with experience in managing process development, tech transfers, Deviations and OOS investigations.
- Experience using statistical software (ex. JMP) for analysis of process and manufacturing data.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-product, matrixed environment spanning groups at different geographical locations.
- Exceptional problem-solving and risk-based decision-making skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing, including development reports and regulatory filings.
- Desire and drive to increase access of cell and gene therapy products and passion for their impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases.
Additional experience in one or more of the areas below is preferred:
- Experience in a dedicated manufacturing sciences and technology role with GMP and Quality system facing responsibilities.
- Support of GMP aseptic fill/finish operations
- Process development and/or manufacturing for microbial bioprocesses
- Process development and/or manufacturing for therapeutic nucleic acid synthesis
Travel up to 25%
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $114,000-$144,000 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).
The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.
Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our website https://careers.bms.com/working-with-us
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.
If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there is no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients' lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today.
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