Payroll Title:
RSCH AND DEV ENGR 4 TX Department:
Sanford Advanced Therapy Center Hiring Pay Scale
$110,142.00 - $208,841.76/Yr. Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
TX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday
#141986 Process Development Engineer, ManagerFiling Deadline: Tue 11/10/2026 Apply Now
DESCRIPTIONThe Advanced Cell Therapy Laboratory (ACTL), housed under the Sanford Advanced Therapy Center (SATC), offers expert assistance and hands-on services to investigators who require cGLP/cGMP systems and facilities. We aid in the transition from research and development to compliant and clinically-relevant manufacture of cell therapy products for IND-enabling studies or Phase I/II trials.We provide assistance with cell banking, process development and scale-up, product characterization, document writing, product stability assessment, and packaging.
The R&D Engineer 4 uses advanced engineering concepts to lead others through complex technical challenges for cell-based therapy production improvements and design. They are expected to possess a comprehensive understanding of the field and exhibit expertise in cell-based therapy technologies and scientific principles, enabling them to tackle problems that lack precedent or clear structure. Their responsibilities may extend to managing projects, formulating strategies, and overseeing the implementation of ACTL policies and processes. Operating with significant autonomy, this technical leader must also ensure that their activities align with the organizational goals and delivers solutions that meet the evolving needs of the department. Performs other duties as assigned.
Uses advanced engineering concepts and campus objectives to lead and regularly work on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercisesindependent judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Eleven (11) years of related experience, education/training, OR an Advanced degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training
- Advanced knowledge of specialized design work as well as the overall field. Academic and/or industry background and experience in the selected area of research. Proficiency with several of the following technologies: cell processors such as CliniMACS plus or Prodigy systems, transfection/transduction technologies, and analytical methods such as ELISA, qPCR, ddPCR,flow cytometry.
- Advanced knowledge associated with the planning, development, and fabrication of engineering systems. Hands-on experience in cell therapy product engineering and production process development and analysis. Extensive knowledge of pluripotent cell-derived therapeutics and production technologies, of gene editing principles and cellengineering platforms.
- Strong creativity and problem solving abilities to apply principles, practices and procedures within discipline to complete difficult assignments.
- Strong project management skills needed to assume responsibility for accomplishment of research objectives.
- Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner; readily assess complex challenges and barriers and recommend effective resolutions.
- Strong understanding of GLP and GMP standards and U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines and regulations.
- Must have experience supporting process development as a seasoned, experienced R&D Engineer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Doctorate in related area and/or equivalent experience training preferred.
- Industry experience of production process development preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and influence others.
- Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS- Willingness to work in Biosafety Level II environment where biological (including infectious agents and blood borne pathogens) hazards are present.
- Willingness to work with human pluripotent stem cells and viruses that are infectious to humans, including adeno-associated viruses, sendai viruses, and lentiviral vectors which are derived from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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