R&D Project Leader / Senior Scientist (m/f/d)
Core
Lead publicly funded R&D projects and develop/optimize methods for targeted genetic modification and differentiation of pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for cell therapy applications.
Role type
Senior Scientist / R&D Project Leader (iPSC-based cell therapy)
Builds
Novel cell therapies based on pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells) for cell replacement and cancer therapies
Domain
Biotechnology / Regenerative Medicine / Cell Therapy
Required skills
Developmental biology, pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) biology, targeted genetic modification of iPSCs, directed differentiation of iPSCs, independent project management, GMP-regulated environment experience, analytical method development
Preferred skills
Experience in cell therapy, GMP manufacturing, risk assessment, CAPA management, change controls, scientific publications
Technologies
GMP facility, iPS cell generation, gene editing tools, analytical methods for cell therapy
Responsibilities
Lead publicly funded research and development projects, Develop and optimize methods for targeted genetic modification of iPS cells, Advance differentiation processes for cell therapy applications, Transfer iPSC-based workflows into GMP-compliant processes, Author SOPs, manufacturing instructions, and testing procedures, Organize and support daily R&D laboratory operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities