AstraZeneca

Scientist, Viral Vector Process Development Analytics

AstraZeneca$90K — $136K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS/BS in Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
  • 2+ years of industry experience with MS, or 4+ years with BS.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant analytical support experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical lab.
  • Hands-on experience with high throughput analytical assays.
  • Familiarity with LVV transducing titer assays, p24 assays, or flow cytometry.
  • Exposure to laboratory automation and automated workflows.
  • Strong skills in data analysis, documentation, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize high throughput analytical methods for process development.
  • Perform high throughput analytical testing to generate accurate and timely data.
  • Implement assays including transducing titer, p24, and flow cytometry.
  • Support laboratory automation initiatives and workflow optimization.
  • Troubleshoot assays and automated processes for improved performance.
  • Analyze and interpret data to guide process development decisions.
  • Document experimental work in a compliant manner and maintain lab compliance.

Benefits

  • Qualified retirement programs
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and leaves
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
Full Job Description

You will develop and perform high throughput analytical methods to support cell line development, vector engineering and upstream Lentiviral Vector (LVV) process development. The successful candidate will generate high-quality analytical data, help improve assay throughput and robustness, and contribute to the implementation of automated workflows that improve laboratory efficiency and consistency. This position is based in Gaithersburg, MD.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, optimize, and support high throughput analytical methods for process development applications.

  • Perform high throughput analytical testing in support of process development studies, ensuring accurate, timely, and well-documented data generation.

  • Implement and support assays including transducing titer, p24, and flow cytometry using established and developing methods.

  • Contribute to laboratory automation initiatives by supporting development, implementation, optimization, and routine use of automated analytical workflows.

  • Troubleshoot assays and automated processes to improve performance, reproducibility, throughput, and data quality.

  • Analyze, interpret, and communicate data to support process development decisions and technical discussions.

  • Detail experimental work clearly and compliantly in laboratory notebooks, electronic systems, study records, and technical summaries.

  • Collaborate with process development scientists and cross-functional partners to align analytical activities with project goals and timelines.

  • Prepare reagents, standards, controls, and samples to ensure assay readiness and efficient laboratory execution.

  • Maintain compliance with laboratory procedures, safety practices, and quality standards.

  • Support laboratory operations including instrumentation upkeep, automation platform coordination, inventory management, and general lab organization.

Qualifications

  • Education: MS/BS in Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.

  • Years of experiences in industry: MS with 6gt;= 2 years; or BS with 6gt;= 4 years.

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in analytical support in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or related laboratory environment.

  • Hands-on experience with high throughput analytical assays and analytical workflow execution.

  • Experience with one or more of the following:

    • LVV transducing titer assays

    • p24 assays

    • Flow cytometry

  • Exposure to or experience withlaboratory automationand automated analytical workflows.

  • Strong data analysis, documentation, organizational, and interactive skills.

  • Ability to work optimally in a collaborative, fast-paced laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience supporting process development programs.

  • Familiarity with viral vector, cell and gene therapy, or related biologics analytical testing.

  • Experience implementing or supporting automated high throughput platforms.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $90,960.80 - 136,441.20 . Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives12an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

21-Aug-2026

Closing Date

03-Sep-2026

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
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Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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