Bioprocess Development Engineer
Camarillo, CA | Bioprocess R&D
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Cell & Gene Therapy
At PBS Biotech, we are redefining how life-saving therapies are developed and manufactured. Our proprietary single-use bioreactor technology is transforming the scalability and efficiency of cell and gene therapy production—helping bring breakthrough treatments to patients faster.
From CAR-T therapies to next-generation cell platforms, our work sits at the intersection of cutting-edge engineering and advanced biology. If you’re passionate about translating science into real-world impact, this is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
About the Role
We are seeking a Bioprocess Development Engineer to join our growing Bioprocess R&D team. In this role, you will work hands-on with advanced bioreactor systems and diverse cell types, supporting the development of scalable manufacturing processes for emerging therapies.
This is a highly collaborative, science-driven role where you’ll contribute both at the bench and in client-facing technical discussions—bridging innovation with application.
What You’ll Do
Client & Technical Leadership
· Serve as the technical area lead for assigned client programs, building trusted relationships with
· client program teams, CMC leads, and executive stakeholders.
· Support recurring client program reviews, and ad hoc communications with clarity,
· professionalism, and scientific depth.
· Proactively manage client expectations, scope changes, and program risks through structured
· change control and issue escalation processes.
· Translate client strategic objectives into actionable internal program plans and deliverables.
Hands-On Laboratory & Technical Execution
· Actively work at the bench to directly support process development and analytical activities
· alongside scientists and technicians.
· Execute or co-execute laboratory experiments, including small-scale process runs and analytical
· testing, in support of client program timelines.
· Provide technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for laboratory deviations and unexpected experimental outcomes.
· Participate in tech transfer activities including hands-on execution of engineering runs,
· comparability studies, and process characterization experiments.
· Author and review laboratory notebooks, experimental protocols, batch records, and
· development reports with first-hand knowledge of the work performed.
· Adhere to all laboratory safety protocols, lab documentation practices, and EHS requirements
· while working in manufacturing and lab environments.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO including process standardization, template development, and lessons learned capture.
- Contribute to scientific publications including abstract, scientific papers, application notes, poster or oral presentations at conferences, and webinars to current and potential customers
- Support internal new product development and improvement efforts by providing biological performance data using PBS products.
- Collaborate with other departments for cross-functional projects.
- Contribute to the development of junior program managers and coordinators through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
What Makes This Role Exciting
- Work with cutting-edge single-use bioreactor technology
- Contribute to therapies that are changing the future of medicine
- Gain exposure to a wide range of cell types and advanced therapy platforms
- Be part of a fast-growing biotech company where your work has visible impact
- Collaborate with industry experts across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
- Minimum 5 years experience in biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with at least 3 years specifically in Advanced therapy manufacturing e.g. iPSC derived therapies, CAR-T, NK cells. Additional experience in areas such as technology transfer, process development, or manufacturing sciences within a CDMO or pharmaceutical/biotech company is a plus.
- Knowledge of bioreactors and process control, and cell characterization methodology such as cell counting, metabolic analysis, etc
- Excellent organizational skills to assist in developing detailed experimental plans
- Strong oral and written communication skills including generation and presentation accurate and timely progress reports
- Excellent collaboration skills to execute large-scale bioreactor runs in coordination with other operators
- Proximity to Ventura County and flexible schedule to allow for weekend work on experiments as needed
Compensation
Salary Range: $83,000 – $114,000 (based on experience)
Why PBS Biotech?
At PBS, we combine scientific rigor with engineering innovation to solve one of the biggest challenges in biotechnology: how to scale complex therapies efficiently and reliably. Our team is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a shared mission to advance human health.
If you’re looking to do meaningful work at the forefront of biotech innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: $83,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Stock options
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Advanced therapy manufacturing e.g. iPSC derived therapies: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
