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Senior Scientist Cell Culture & Upstream Process Development
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Senior Scientist - Cell Culture & Upstream Process Development Ceva - 3.4 Philadelphia, PA Job Details 5 hours ago Benefits Vision insurance Qualifications Laboratory safety GLP Procedural guides Technical documentation Design of manufacturing processes Technical report writing Improving operational efficiency Manufacturing standard operating procedures Policy & process development Mentoring Batch records Quality systems Training Cross-functional collaboration Mammalian cell culture Sensors Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Senior Scientist - Cell Culture & Upstream Process Development The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with. Together, let's share our talents. As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Indeed, Our "Together, Beyond Animal Health" vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion" policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team. Your missions : Description The Senior Scientist - Cell Culture & Upstream Process Development leads internal cell culture and upstream activities supporting recombinant protein production for Ceva's biotechnology programs. Reporting to the Head of Protein Sciences (new role - Charles Packianthan joining April 27, 2026), this position is responsible for developing, optimizing, and scaling robust upstream processes to ensure consistent supply of high-quality materials for research and preclinical studies. The role combines strong technical expertise, operational leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to build Ceva's internal bioprocessing capabilities and strengthen its innovation pipeline. Your profile : Qualifications Design, optimize, and scale mammalian cell culture processes for recombinant protein expression. Lead day-to-day operations including bioreactor setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Develop and maintain SOPs, batch records, and process documentation. Technology Transfer and Innovation Author technical reports, process descriptions, and transfer packages to support internal and external manufacturing. Identify and implement new bioreactor technologies, sensors, and media strategies to improve yield and reproducibility. Collaboration and Leadership Partner closely with Downstream, Analytical, and Quality teams to align upstream processes with overall CMC objectives. Mentor and train junior scientists and associates to promote technical excellence and compliance. Compliance and Safety Maintain adherence to GLP/GMP standards, biosafety guidelines, and internal quality systems. Support continuous improvement in laboratory safety and operational efficiency.