Scientist – Nucleic Acid Vaccines

Job title:

Scientist – Nucleic Acid Vaccines

Company

GlaxoSmithKline

Job description

Scientist – Nucleic Acids Vaccines (In Process Analytics) – mRNA drug substanceJob purpose :As a Scientist – Nucleic Acids Vaccines, you will join the The Nucleic Acids Vaccine center of excellence (NAV-CoE) within the GSK Vaccine’s Technical Research and Development organization. Its mission is to develop the next generation mRNA vaccine platforms for rapid development of new vaccine candidates.You will play a significant role in shaping current and next generation GSK’s leading mRNA vaccine platforms to accelerate addressing unmet medical needs, an exciting field having a direct impact into patients and global health.This role provides you with the opportunity to integrate a diverse group of top talented experts in vaccines’ industry, lead key activities and further grow and progress in your career.In this role, you will…Work within a global team, proactively collaborate transversally with Analytical R&D in an agile and open way ensuring good communication and alignment.Key contributor to establishing in process analytical methods in the context of mRNA drug substancePrioritize the development of high-throughput, sequencing-based analytical methodsContribute to building the mRNA platform documentation and workflows, and integration within the upstream and downstream subteams within the global platformWhy you?Basic Qualifications:We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:PhD in bio-engineering, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry or equivalent or a Master in bio-engineering, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry or equivalent.A minimum of 2 years’ experience mRNA-based vaccines or therapeutics.Demonstrated experience with a broad range of high-throughput sequencing-based methods in assessing critical quality attributes of mRNA drug substanceExcel at complex problem solving through critical thinking using knowledge gained through formal education, experience, and sound judgment.English fluency is mandatory, French is a plusPreferred Qualifications:If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:Experience with Quality by Design and development of process for manufacturing of large biomolecules, specifically large size mRNA.Experience with bioinformatics methods and use of the R programming language for statistical computing and data visualization.Experience and understanding of nucleic acid analytical technologies.Application closing date: Friday 20 December 2024Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.If you have a disability and require assistance during the course of the selection process, you will have the opportunity to let us know what specific assistance you require in order to make suitable arrangements.Why GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.Important notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK’s commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

Expected salary

Location

Rixensart, Waals Brabant

Job date

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 06:44:52 GMT

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