Director, Vector Biology

About the position Responsibilities • Lead and manage a team of 10+ direct reports within the Vector Biology group. • Oversee lentiviral vector (LVV) production to support internal research initiatives. • Provide conventional vector core services to internal stakeholders. • Drive early-stage process development for LVV manufacturing, including upstream, downstream, and analytical workflows. • Set strategic direction for LVV Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC). • Represent the Vector Biology team in cross-functional collaborations with Discovery Research, Early Drug Development (EDD), and Technical Development teams. • Lead internal and external technology transfers for LVV manufacturing. Requirements • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Virology, Molecular Biology, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in cell and gene therapy, with a focus on viral vector production. • Proven leadership experience managing teams of 5 or more direct reports. • Hands-on experience with LVV manufacturing using bioreactors and industrial-scale downstream processes. • Strong understanding of CMC requirements for viral vectors. • Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in viral vector technologies. • Experience working with Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs). • Experience providing vector core services is a plus. Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance. • 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vests fully on day one. • Equity and stock options available to employees in eligible roles. • Eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment. • Paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays. • Flexible spending and health savings accounts. • Life and AD&D insurance. • Short- and long-term disability coverage. • Legal assistance. • Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. • Commuter benefits. • Family planning and care resources. • Well-being initiatives. • Peer-to-peer recognition programs. Apply tot his job