CareerPlan

Scientist, Process Development

United States - California - Foster CityFull-time$147k–$190k2026-11-07 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead cell culture process development and characterization for biologics (monoclonal antibodies, multi-specifics) to support pivotal trials and commercialization.

Role type

Senior IC process development scientist (cell culture)

Builds

Cell culture processes for biologics programs

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Cell culture

Required skills

Cell culture process development, Mammalian cell culture, Bioreactor scale-up, Media design, Statistical analysis, GMP documentation, Regulatory filings (BLA/MAA), Cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

PhD, FDA/EMA/ICH guidelines, CMC sections authoring, Pilot plant operation, Single use/stainless bioreactor systems

Technologies

Shake flasks, ambr15, ambr250, Bench-scale bioreactors, Pilot plant (up to 500 L)

Responsibilities

Optimize and characterize cell culture processes, Lead process risk assessment and PPQ support, Design experiments and perform hands-on cell culture operations, Author GMP/non-GMP technical documents and regulatory filings, Support technology transfer and pilot plant operations, Mentor junior group members

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with potential for management