Job Description
Senior Scientist
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Purpose & Scope
Lead and manage drug product readiness activities for cell therapy programs through the development and optimization of formulations, manufacturing processes, and control strategies to support product development, regulatory submissions, and manufacturing readiness.
Plan, evaluate, and execute development studies required to support process readiness, technology transfer, process validation, and regulatory submissions across all stages of cell therapy product development.
Enable successful commercialization of cell therapy products through the generation of scientific evidence and technical justifications to support regulatory filings and successful advancement of cell therapy programs.
Role and Responsibilities
- Lead formulation, process development, process characterization activities and CMC strategies as part of a multi-team structure supporting cell therapy drug product development and regulatory submissions from IND through commercialization.
- Design, execute, and interpret studies required to support process readiness, technology transfer, process validation, regulatory submissions, and lifecycle management.
- Identify product, process, and CMC readiness gaps; assess risks and develop mitigation plans to support product development and regulatory readiness.
- Generate scientific rationales, risk assessments, technical reports, and CMC data packages to support regulatory submissions, agency interactions, and regulatory inspections.
- Partner with Manufacturing, MSAT, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and external organizations to ensure successful technology transfer and lifecycle management.
- Author, review, and approve technical documents, protocols, reports, and regulatory submission content.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, process robustness, manufacturability, and operational efficiency.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior scientists, research associates and project teams.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Westborough, MA |
| Industry | Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Website | https://www.astellas.com/us/ |
About Company
Astellas Pharma US, Inc., is a U.S. affiliate of Tokyo-based Astellas Pharma Inc. Located in Northbrook, Illinois, the company serves as the headquarters for the Americas and employs nearly 3,000 people. Astellas is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world through the provision of innovative and reliable pharmaceutical products.
Our commitment to changing tomorrow is measured not only by our focus on bringing innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians, but also by the importance we place on the impact we can make within the communities where we work and live. Astellas supports many causes and has created two initiatives to demonstrate our commitment: Changing Tomorrow Day, an annual, worldwide volunteer event, and Science WoRx, a nationwide mentoring program and online resource network for science teachers and their students.