Senior Scientist

Overview of Andelyn Biosciences

Andelyn Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that specializes in advancing novel gene therapies from concept to commercialization. Located in Columbus, OH, the company operates out of the Andelyn Corporate Center (ACC) for clinical and commercial cGMP manufacturing of viral vectors and plasmids and the Andelyn Development Center (ADC) for preclinical non-cGMP activities.

Our Values are founded in our origin story.

Evelyn received experimental gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy in 2015. “Andelyn” combines their names to represent all the families who have courageously participated in the research that makes today’s gene therapies possible.

Through this journey, we have been able to accelerate the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies to bring more treatments to more patients. We are Pioneering Solutions that Turn Hope into Reality™ through our ACCTSions.

ACCOUNTABLE in our actions.

CURIOUS to discover.

COMPASSIONATE in our thinking.

TRUSTWORTHY in our communications.

SUPPORTIVE of one another.

Employees are expected to perform the following essential functions under the framework of our ACCTSions.

What you will do.

The Senior Scientist will be responsible for planning, execution, and analysis of development experiments, developing, qualifying, and validating new equipment and associated process/methods/assays, and extensive writing and documentation (e.g., SOPs and analytical test methods, qualification/validation protocols and reports, etc.). Secondary responsibilities include peer review of analytical development testing documentation, deviation documentation, assist with laboratory investigations, SOP generation or revision, training of junior staff, and other tasks needed to support the primary responsibilities.

• Execute experiments as directed to satisfy development, qualification, validation, and routine testing as applicable
• Lead the design and execution of experiments with advice and recommendations from others
• Displays proficient technical knowledge of the instruments, assays, and scientific principles used in the laboratory
• Respond to, and take action from, alarm notifications from the applicable monitoring system(s) for laboratory temperature-controlled storage units that occur at any point during the assigned period of responsibility
• Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase appropriate material in the CMF
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
• Attention to detail in all job functions
• Operates in alignment with established policies, procedures, and techniques, requiring relevant training, practical experience, or a working knowledge of the tasks involved.
• Solving, correcting, preventing problems, and performing tasks as assigned by leadership, as well as assigning tasks to junior staff
• Work to specific measurable objectives requiring operational planning skills with little direct supervision
• Leads and supports a diverse and collaborative team environment. Utilizes clear and concise communication to deliver high productivity and contribution to the success of team and goals
• Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs
• Make decisions based on established procedures
• Has fiscal responsibility
• Infrequent travel required
• Moderate involvement in audits
• Moderate involvement in customer relations
• Moderate responsibility for inspection outcomes
• Influences hiring, development, and related personnel processes
• Mentoring and professional development of staff
• Other duties as assigned

• Must possess a relevant four-year degree OR relevant master’s OR relevant Ph.D., background in the life sciences, biotechnology, or gene therapy industries preferred
• Five years relevant experience (w/4 YR deg) OR two years (w/Masters)
• Experience in biologics or gene therapy is required
• Experience in a highly regulated field preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change
• Must be highly skilled in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), including data interpretation and reporting
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks
• Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality

• The pride of contributing to the development and manufacturing of life-saving therapies
• The invaluable experience of being a part of building the foundation of a new organization.
• The opportunity to work alongside experts that have over 10 years in the gene therapy field.
• Competitive compensation
• Eligible day one for medical, dental and vision insurance plans with basic vision at 100% company-paid
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off annually
• 11 Company Paid Holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually.
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Company Paid short and long-term disability.
• 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Company Paid LinkedIn Learning access.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible work options (role specific)

As an organization, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone ACCTS.