Process Development Engineering Scientist
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
September 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Boston, MA
Operations
Role: Lead process development for a cell-based therapeutic targeting diabetes, focusing on embryonic stem cell expansion and cell banking. Responsibilities: design, execute, analyze, and interpret studies to optimize and characterize cell culture processes; apply scientific and Quality by Design principles; troubleshoot technical challenges and contribute to manufacturing investigations; communicate findings to teams and ensure data integrity through documentation and technical reports; lead cross-functional study planning and mentoring. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 6+ years, Master's with 4+ years, or PhD with 0-3 years in process development, biopharma, or related field; strong background in cell culture, process engineering, and GMP; experience with bioreactors, automation (Ambr), and cell processing equipment preferred; excellent collaboration, communication, and organization skills. High-Value: cell therapy, embryonic stem cells, process development, GMP, bioreactors, automation, on-site Boston, full-time role, with some weekend rotation.