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Technical Leader, Process Development / EngineeringVertex is seeking a highly skilled technical leader to join our Process Development / Engineering team to lead the design, development, optimization, and scale-up of upstream processes to produce therapeutic biologics. This leadership role is critical in advancing our pipeline of innovative biologics from early development through to commercial readiness. The Vertex Process Development team offers a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment with a tremendous impact on our programs and for our patients. Our team focuses on bringing together the best process design, scale-up and cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to enable the successful implementation of Biologics, Cell and Genetic therapeutics.The successful candidate will lead the development of upstream process development for biologics such as mAbs, ADCs and fusion proteins. The responsibilities include cell line evaluation, media/feed strategy optimization, bioreactor operations, scale-up, technology transfer of manufacturing processes to CDMOs, and process validation to support our clinical pipeline toward commercialization. This is a highly cross-functional role that will work closely with drug substance development, analytical development, external manufacturing and supply chain management in CMC teams to drive technical and strategic decision-making.Key duties and responsibilities include:Lead phase-appropriate strategies for upstream process development, process transfer, scale-up and process characterization to support commercial readiness. This includes cell line evaluation, media/feed strategy optimization, bioreactor operations, and scale-up.Set-up and oversee external capabilities for upstream process development of monoclonal antibodies, ADCs and other biologics modalities.Develop and manage project timelines, resource allocation, and budget for upstream programs.Oversee drug substance technology transfer, process development and GMP manufacturing operations at CDMOs, in close partnership with downstream development, analytical development, formulation, external manufacturing and quality assurance.Manage deviations and OOT/OOS investigations at the CDMOs in collaboration with Quality, External Manufacturing and Regulatory team.Define and implement control strategies, validation protocols, and process characterization studies in accordance with Quality by Design (QbD) principles.Author and review regulatory submissions: IND/IMPD, briefing books and BLA.Serve as a subject matter expert in regulatory agency interactions, audits, and inspections.Identify and implement innovative technologies (e.g., perfusion systems, single-use bioreactors, process intensification) to improve process yields, robustness, and efficiency.Potential in the future to build and manage a team of scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable, and compliant upstream drug substance processes from early development through commercialization.Expected travel: 10-20% (domestic and international)Required education:PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline with commensurate years of education and experience.Minimum of 11 years of experience in drug substance development and manufacturing. MS with 14+ years of relevant experience may be considered.Required experience and skills:Demonstrated leadership in upstream process development for recombinant proteins including antibodies, ADCs, and fusion proteins.Expertise in mammalian cell culture technologies (CHO cell systems preferred). Experience with continuous bioprocessing or perfusion-based manufacturing is strongly preferred.Experience with process scale-up to pilot and/or commercial scale, including tech transfer to GMP facilities.Hands-on experience with bioreactor systems (e.g., Ambr, benchtop, pilot, and commercial-scale bioreactors).Experience successfully delivering development programs with CDMOs.Proven track record of advancing drug substance from INDs into late phase development and commercialization.Experience with process characterization, process control strategy establishment and process performance qualification for commercialization using Quality by Design (QbD) principles.Extensive knowledge of cGMPs and regulatory guidelines for biologics and can serve as an internal thought-leader to drive decision making.Strong data analysis and scientific communication skills, including experience with regulatory documentation, with the ability to influence and drive decision making at multiple levels within a CMC organization.Demonstrated leadership with experience managing technical staff (internal or external) and cross-functional collaborations.Pay Range: $195,500 - $293,200Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.Flex Designation: On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status: In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
