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Lead GMP Technician, Downstream (2nd Shift)

The Hearth - Columbus, OH💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead downstream GMP manufacturing operations for viral vector purification in gene therapy.

Role type

Lead GMP Manufacturing Technician (Downstream)

Builds

Viral vector products for gene therapy patients

Domain

Biotechnology / Gene Therapy / cGMP Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Downstream GMP manufacturing, Column packing/testing, Tangential flow filtration (TFF), Affinity/Anion exchange chromatography, Chromatography, Filtration, Centrifugation, Equipment operation and troubleshooting, cGMP regulations, Biological drug development, Mathematical calculations for buffer preparation and dilution

Preferred skills

Aseptic techniques, Automated systems, Gene therapy manufacturing, Single-use technologies

Technologies

TFF, Chromatography systems, Centrifuges

Responsibilities

Lead downstream operations for viral vector purification, Plan and manage downstream activities and process optimization, Demonstrate proficiency on specific downstream equipment, Complete and review manufacturing documentation, Collaborate with MS&T for process transfer, Compile data and analyze results for client summaries, Collaborate with Quality Systems to satisfy GMP regulations, Train and mentor junior technicians, Report unexpected issues and implement CAPA, Partner with Technical Writing for GMP documentation

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership

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