Associate Director, Purification Process Development

2 days ago


South San Francisco, California, United States Vaxart Inc. Full time
About Vaxart Inc.

Vaxart Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative oral recombinant vaccines using its proprietary delivery platform. Our mission is to promote global health through the creation of effective vaccines that can be administered via tablet, ensuring simple and efficient distribution and administration in any setting.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Purification Process Development to join our growing team in South San Francisco. This key role will be responsible for designing, executing, and reporting purification processes with a focus on the development and manufacture of Ad5 vectors used for oral vaccines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage lab-based purification development staff and contract service partners to provide data and informational support for development activities.
  • Design and execute experimental protocols for purification development, ensuring that results are properly archived and communicated.
  • Evaluate new technology and procedures, applying data generated from experiments and literature to modify/optimize process parameters.
  • Manage and train staff as appropriate in laboratory activities, ensuring that training and compliance records are up to date and appropriate.
  • Proactively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, establishing and fostering relationships with contract manufacturing organizations.
Requirements
  • BS or MS in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or closely related field, or 8 years of relevant industry experience with a Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or closely related field.
  • A minimum of 2 years of prior management experience.
  • 8 years of relevant industry experience.
  • Strong experience with production and purification of viral products, with a focus on Ad5 vectors.
  • Familiarity with mammalian cell culture in a GMP environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to gain cooperation from others.
  • Strong experience with general or direct supervision to exempt employees and/or skilled nonexempt employees.
  • Strong knowledge of QC issues and experience in relevant Regulatory filings for PD output.
What We Offer

Vaxart Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a robust health plan, bonus program, stock options, 401(k) with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work-life balance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity, committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees.



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