Head of Cell and Gene Therapy

HRS are looking for a Head of Cell and Gene Therapy to join a leading Diagnostics Biotechnology company based in the Bedfordshire area.

As the Head of Cell and Gene Therapy you will develop a team applying your industry knowledge with adeno-associated virus (AAV), and lentivirus purification detection

This is a great opportunity to execute strategy for R&D in the cell and gene therapy space to forge growth and company advancement.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your duties as the Head of Cell and Gene Therapy will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

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You will demonstrate your expertise knowledge of AAVs and lentivirus purification, detection, production and characterisation techniques.

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Applying project management expertise to form new strategies to execute required work ensuring successful technology transfers to customers ensuring their synthetic polymers can be incorporated into relevant applications.

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You will be responsible for the line management and up-skilling of staff, work with the business's development and technical teams in early feasibility assessment and project proposals, and the Operations Team for scale-up and commercial supply.



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You will prepare complex technical reports and presentations, and contribute with ideas and solutions in all areas of the company's projects driving them to enable overall goals including new IP generation in the G&CT space.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in your application to this exciting opportunity as the Head of Cell and Gene Therapy we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

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Relevant PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Nanotechnology or a suitably related field

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Proven industry experience in C> R&D Environment managing large teams.

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A working knowledge and practical experience with AAVs, lentivirus purification, detection and characterisation techniques

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Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer who are certified by Investors in People for talent development.

We therefore welcome applications for any interested parties who fulfil the role requirements for this position.

HRS is a company exclusively supporting the science and technology sectors, and is made up of a collaboration of recruitment professionals and scientists.

We look forward to helping you with your next career moves.