Director, Experimental Process Development PC 1519

Miltenyi Biomedicine • Gaithersburg, MD

17d

About The Position

Miltenyi Biotec is seeking a visionary and strategic Director, Experimental
Process Development to spearhead the establishment of a robust lipid
nanoparticle (LNP) platform for therapeutic delivery, while continuing to
advance our lentiviral vector (LVV) pipeline. This role places LNP innovation at
the core of our next-generation delivery strategy, driving the development of
scalable, high-quality manufacturing processes for both viral and non-viral
modalities.

As the Director, Experimental Process Development you will lead a team of five
scientists and work in close collaboration with the broader Miltenyi Bioindustry
Process Development organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical
expertise in nanoparticle and/or viral vector technologies, strong strategic
vision, and a collaborative mindset to expand platform capabilities and
accelerate translation into impactful therapeutic solutions.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Biochemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, or related field; 15+ years of experience in bioprocess development, with a focus on viral vectors and/or LNPs; 10+ years of proven leadership experience managing scientific teams and cross-functional projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP principles, tech transfer, and regulatory expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to translate scientific innovation into scalable processes.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to generate and implement new ideas that push the boundaries of current technologies.
• Capable of setting long-term vision and aligning team efforts with business objectives.
• Skilled in building partnerships across departments and sites.
• Balances creativity with operational discipline to deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of scientists in the design and optimization of lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platforms, while advancing upstream and downstream processes for viral vectors including lentivirus and AAV.
• Drive scientific and technological innovation to improve LNP formulation, encapsulation efficiency, stability, scalability, and to enhance viral vector productivity, purity, and robustness.
• Develop and execute strategic process-development plans that accelerate LNP platform maturation and support integrated viral vector development in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Partner cross-functionally with Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and other Bioindustry teams to ensure seamless integration of LNP and viral vector workflows.
• Evaluate emerging technologies in nanoparticle engineering, nucleic acid delivery, and viral vector production, and incorporate high-impact approaches into development pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and safety standards across all LNP and viral vector R&D activities.
• Present scientific findings, program updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and external collaborators.
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the platform development organization.

Benefits

• In addition to your salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan.
• All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
• Certain positions may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees