Lead Scientific Applications Specialist - CGT

PHCNA

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Lead Scientific Applications Specialist – CGT serves as the technical authority for PHCbi’s new bioreactor-based cell culture and manufacturing workflows. This role partners closely with customers, sales, marketing, R&D, and product management to support process development, scale-up, and clinical/commercial manufacturing in cell and gene therapy. The position combines deep scientific expertise with sales-focused customer engagement and strategic influence to drive product adoption and customer success. Additionally, this role involves providing technical expertise, supporting customer applications, and driving adoption of solutions through scientific engagement and collaboration.

Requirements

PhD in Cell Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field preferred; Masters is required (MS with significant CGT bioprocessing experience considered)
At least 7 years of experience in cell and/or gene therapy process development or manufacturing
Strong hands-on experience with bioreactor systems (single-use closed platforms, stirred-tank, perfusion, etc)
Experience supporting viral vector production and/or cell therapy workflows
Strong knowledge of GMP/GxP expectations in CGT manufacturing
Expertise in upstream bioprocess parameters and scale-up principles
Familiarity with PAT tools, in-line sensors, automation, and closed systems
This is a travel position, and has a willingness to travel up to 30–50% as required

Nice To Haves

Prior customer-facing applications, field support, or technical leadership experience preferred
Sales or commercial experience strongly preferred, including technical selling, account support, or deal-level engagement
Experience integrating databases a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for new cGMP bioreactor systems supporting cell culture manufacturing processes
Assist the sales team in finding new customer opportunities and ideal targets for PHCbi’s new bioreactor platform
Support customers across PD, clinical, and commercial manufacturing environments
Partner with sales teams on pre-sales activities including technical presentations, demos, feasibility studies, and proposal support
Act as technical escalation point for complex bioprocess challenges and troubleshooting
Provide customer and market feedback to R&D, marketing and product management to influence product roadmap
Develop application content such as protocols, application notes, case studies, and conference materials
Mentor and support junior applications scientists and sales teams
Provide application support to customers, including protocol optimization, troubleshooting, and training collaborating with R&D and commercial teams to develop and refine application protocols
Lead scientific discussions with clients and present technical data at conferences, webinars, and customer meetings