Translational Engineering Principal Scientific Associate

Job Description

The Translational Engineering Principal Scientific Associate will have a lead role in the technical operations of cell culture and encapsulation processes supporting the T1D research engineering team in Providence, RI. The ideal candidate has an extensive background performing aseptic technical operations with knowledge of stem cell culture and macro/micro encapsulation technologies. A strong candidate will have experience in technical operations and execution with supervisory responsibilities. Experience in aseptic filling operations in a GMP environment desired.

This role may require periodic weekend work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures operational readiness of all equipment required for aseptic filling processes for in-vitro and preclinical studies.
• Guides and supervises the daily technical operations and activities of junior associates on cell process and encapsulation team.
• Interfaces with engineering research SMEs facilitating on-going research and development for cell encapsulation, drug substance, and drug product development.
• Maintains state of research aseptic cell processing and filling suite through collaboration with relevant cross...