Charles River Laboratories · 14 hours ago
Principal Scientist, Process Development
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expCharles River Laboratories is a leading contract research organization focused on assisting in the discovery and development of new drug therapies. The Principal Scientist in Process Development will drive scientific innovation, lead research projects, and mentor junior scientists while contributing to the company's scientific strategy and goals.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Design and execute experiments to support process development, including cell therapy process optimization, technology development, and process modelling
Lead and manage scientific projects or workstreams: This can include designing experiments, overseeing the development and execution of studies, and analyzing and interpreting data
Contribute to strategy and decision-making: Provide expert input to shape research direction, influence cross-functional teams, and contribute to regulatory submissions and internal reports
Collaborate and communicate: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including other scientists, project teams, and regulatory bodies, to achieve project goals, share knowledge, and represent Charles River Laboratories in the scientific community
Mentor and develop others: Coach and manage junior scientists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Provide scientific leadership and direction for research programs, often focusing on a specific therapeutic area or technology
Lead or contribute to research projects, from early discovery to late-stage development, often involving the application of cutting-edge technologies in cell therapy
Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including researchers, clinicians, and commercial teams
Represent the company in scientific forums, build external collaborations, and stay abreast of scientific advancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 19+ years of experience, Master's degree with 14+ years of experience, or PhD with 8+ years of experience
Experience leading groups or departments in biopharmaceutical, bioprocessing, analytical, and/or drug product or process development
Experience with relevant small to large scale bioprocessing equipment
Experience with relevant processes as they pertain to cell therapy
Experience working in CDMO or CRO industry
Experience in a client-facing role
Benefits
Bonus/incentives based on performance
401K
Paid time off
Stock purchase program
Health and wellness coverage
Employee and family wellbeing support programs
Work life balance flexibility
Company
Charles River Laboratories
At Charles River, we are guided by our strong purpose—to create healthier lives—which centers around the patients who rely on the therapeutics we help to develop, the animals in our care, to our planet, and to the passionate and skilled people who are at the heart of our organization and make it all possible.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.54BKey Investors
The Foundation for Chemistry Research and Initiatives
2024-06-11Grant· $1.3M
2021-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2019-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
James C. Foster
Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
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Chuck Moran
Associate Director, Digital Experiences and Marketing Technology
Recent News
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