Process Development Scientist

Application Window

Open date: October 15, 2024

Next review date: Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Process Development Scientist
Department of Laboratory Medicine
University of California, San Francisco

The Department of Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a motivated Process Development Scientist to join our Investigational Cellular Therapy (ICT) group ( The ICT program aims to accelerate the development and delivery of promising new cell and gene therapies targeting cancer, autoimmunity, infectious disease, and inherited hematologic and immune disorders. ICT has established collaborations with UCSF research groups and a variety of academic and industrial partners to develop new cell and gene therapy technologies, platforms, and products.

The successful candidate will lead cellular engineering activities within a highly skilled process development team and collaborate closely with partner functions such as pre-clinical research, GMP manufacturing, analytical development, quality control, quality assurance, operations/facilities, and regulatory affairs to advance pipeline programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute complex process development efforts using genomic and epigenomic engineering tools and platforms.
• Analyze, interpret, organize, and present data to internal and external groups in a clear and concise manner.
• Author and review experimental proposals, SOPs, and technical reports for scientific publications and regulatory filings.
• Ensure data integrity, maintain laboratory records, and prepare protocols and reports in a GMP-compliant manner.
• Work closely with internal and external partners to support technology transfers and implementation of new process technologies.
• Collaborate with and participate in teams to facilitate IND-enabling studies.
• Participate in GMP manufacturing campaigns for in-house products.

Scientific independence and attention to detail are critical to success in this position. The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to scientific publications.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate Specialist- A master's degree (or equivalent degree) in Immunology, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of three years of relevant experience OR five to ten years of research experience.
• Full Specialist- A terminal degree (or equivalent degree) in Immunology, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or related field or ten or more years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of basic scientific principles and methods in order to independently design and perform experiments of moderate scope and complexity.
• Hands-on experience with aseptic tissue culture techniques and flow cytometry.
• Organizational abilities and decision-making to prioritize work assignments.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external collaborators.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner, to assist in identifying any challenges or barriers.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment. Application materials must state qualifications (or if pending) upon submission.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate/ Full Specialist- A PhD
• Experience with genome editing techniques (e.g. CRISPR/Cas9 editing, base editing, prime editing, etc.)
• Knowledge of GMP manufacturing and regulations and practical experience in GMP operations.
• Experience in both process development and manufacturing environments for cell therapies.

Please apply online at , with a CV, cover letter, and three references.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $73,000-$188,200.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

Job location

San Francisco, CA