Process Development Engineering Senior Scientific Associate (Contract)

Company: Vertex
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 21, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionPosition Summary:Vertex Cell and Genetic Therapies (VCGT) is seeking a Senior Scientific Associate to join our dynamic Process Development Engineering Team in Boston, MA. Cell and genetic therapies represent two rapidly emerging therapeutic modalities with the potential to treat-and even cure-several of the diseases Vertex is focused on, including sickle cell disease, Duchenne muscular dystrophy and type 1 diabetes. Our Vertex Cell and Genetic Therapies (VCGT) teams will bring together the best biology, technologies, and enhanced manufacturing capabilities to ensure we bring these cutting-edge transformative therapies to patients as quickly as possible.This Senior Scientific Associate role will help expand our cell therapy capabilities within the Drug Product Development Team. The successful candidate will contribute to drug product development activities for cell therapy products across a range of VCGT programs. This position requires foundational knowledge of biology, hands-on experience with cell culture, strong communication and organizational skills, as well as proven adaptability and collaboration.Key Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of drug product development studies for cell therapy products including cell culture processing and biopreservation
• Demonstrate agility and initiative by proactively taking on new responsibilities, and embracing opportunities to learn, while adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain data integrity through accurate and timely documentations, including electronic notebook system, development protocols, and technical reports
• Prepare and present concise data summaries and study updates in team meetings
• Ensure compliance with lab safety proceduresEducation and Experience:
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology or related field with 2-4 years of industry or equivalent academic experience
  • Previous hands-on experience with aseptic practices and cell culture is required.
  • Fundamental knowledge and prior experience with stem cell culture are preferred.
  • Familiarity with cell cryopreservation and related experience is a plus.
  • Ability to work efficiently both independently and within a highly collaborative environment, with strong attention to detail and a thorough approach to experimental execution and documentation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Contract Duration: 12 monthPay Range$38/hr. - $42/hr.Shift/HoursMonday - Friday, weekend work will be requiredRequisition DisclaimerThis job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals ("Vertex"). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirementsBy applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your CV/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex. For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex's Careers Privacy Notice. Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners(collectively, "Atrium Alerts"). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone, or text message. Your personal information will be safely stored within the Atrium & Vertex databases. Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties. Text message and data rates may apply. To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact Atrium at privacyadministrator@atriumstaff.com.If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at tempstaffing@vrtx.com. Please include the job title in the subject of your email.No C2C or Third-Party Vendors
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