Staff Engineer, Upstream Process Development
Takeda · Lexington, MA · 2 wk ago
Engineering$116k–$182k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Staff Engineer, Upstream Process Development is responsible for developing, characterizing, and defining cell culture processes across multiple modes, including fed-batch, perfusion, and intensified fed-batch systems. This role supports process development across multiple scales - from microscale through bench and pilot scale - and contributes to both early- and late-stage biotherapeutics programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop, characterize, and optimize cell culture processes across fed-batch, perfusion, and intensified fed-batch platforms
- Support upstream development across microscale (Ambr15/250), bench-scale, and pilot-scale studies
- Contribute to early- and late-stage development programs and take ownership of key upstream workstreams as needed
- Partner with technology development teams to define and improve platform processes
- Drive innovation through process improvements and new approaches in upstream development
- Serve as an upstream or bioprocess development lead when needed
- Lead or support technology transfer activities into GMP manufacturing (internal and external), acting as SME and primary point of contact
- Support regulatory filings through technical documentation and data generation
- Analyze complex data sets to identify trends and resolve process development challenges
- Coach and support junior team members; may lead small project team
Requirements
- Education & Experience
- Education & Experience
- Education & Experience
- Education & Experience
- Education & Experience
- Education & Experience
Qualifications
- Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge & Skills
Skills
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- Skills
- Skills
- Skills
- Skills
- Skills
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