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pharmaceutical
AssociateScientist-lentiviralvectorproduction
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“Associate Scientist-lentiviral vector production. Skills: lentiviral vector production, GMP upstream production, bioreactor cultivation. Execute manufacturing process transfer. Perform upstream production operations”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree or above in pharmaceutical or biological sciences, or a related discipline, At least 2 years of hands-on GMP upstream production experience with viral, familiar with GMP manufacturing workflows, cleanroom gowning, material transfer, room clearance awareness of aseptic operations, lentiviral vector packaging processes, fundamental principles, scaled-up upstream production of lentiviral vectors, bioreactor cultivation
Nice to Have
process development experience for lentiviral vectors, fixed-bed bioreactor platforms
What You'll Do.
Execute manufacturing process transfer
Perform upstream production operations
Prepare production records
Prepare production documentation
Perform routine maintenance of GMP facilities
Manage procurement of production materials
Manage inventory of production materials
Assist PD team with process development
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with PD team
Communication Scope
communication skills
Full Job Description
_Major responsibilities :_ * Execute activities related to manufacturing process transfer. * Perform upstream production operations for lentiviral vectors and prepare associated production records and documentation. * Establishment of cell banks for viral vector packaging. * Routine maintenance of GMP production facilities. * Manage the procurement and inventory of production materials. * Assisting the PD team with relevant process development work as needed. * Other tasks assigned by supervisors according to project requirements. **Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience** * Bachelor’s degree or above in pharmaceutical or biological sciences, or a related discipline. * At least 2 years of hands-on GMP upstream production experience with viral vectors; familiar with GMP manufacturing workflows such as cleanroom gowning, material transfer, and room clearance procedures; strong awareness of aseptic operations. Candidates with process development experience for lentiviral vectors are preferred. * Familiarity with lentiviral vector packaging processes and fundamental principles, such as traditional cell factory methods; experience with fixed-bed bioreactor platforms is preferred. * Practical experience in scaled-up upstream production of lentiviral vectors and bioreactor cultivation. * Excellent teamwork, resilience under pressure, and communication skills. **Date Posted** 07-May-2026 **Closing Date** 30-Aug-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work aut
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