USP Senior Scientist – Viral Vectors Full-time

Viral Vector Research Scientist

Do you have a passion for innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries? With over $1 billion invested annually in R&D, at Thermo Fisher Scientific you'll help solve some of the world's toughest challenges, from giving cancer patients hope, ensuring safe drinking water and helping law enforcement tackle cases through forensics. We empower our teams to put science into meaningful action and give our R&D colleagues the autonomy, resources and tools they need to take science a step beyond.

This role is based in Gosselies, Charleroi, Belgium, within our dynamic viral vector division at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Join us in making groundbreaking discoveries in viral vector research. Your work will directly contribute to the development of innovative therapies and solutions in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

A day in the Life:

• Define and drive upstream development strategies for client projects, ensuring reliability and scientific soundness.
• Develop and complete technical studies, and effectively communicate results through reports and client interactions.
• Lead the implementation of innovative upstream solutions, supporting lab expansion and infrastructure improvements.

Keys to Success:

We are looking for individuals who are exceptionally organized, with a deep knowledge of upstream processes for viral vector manufacturing and as well as quality and regulatory requirements. Your ability to innovate, collaborate, and problem-solve will be crucial in successfully implementing and optimizing our processes.

• PhD, Master's, Engineer, or Bachelor's in Biology, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years in lab-based roles with proven experience in cell culture process development in pharma/biotech.
• Solid knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements.

• Expertise in adherent/suspension cell culture, plasmid transfection, and viral infection.
• Proficient in English (written & spoken) and MS Office, MS Project, SAP.
• Strong technical writing, presentation skills, and working knowledge of statistics and Design of Experiments (DoE).

This role requires working in a BSL-2 laboratory environment, managing aseptic operations, and ensuring data traceability and compliance with GMP/GLP/SOPs.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonuses, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific provides an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!