Trainee Research Development

About Immuneel

Immuneel Therapeutics Private Limited is a pioneering start-up company leading the charge in cell therapy and personalized immunotherapy for patients in India. For more details, please refer www.immuneel.com

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1. Role Title:

Trainee - Research & Development (Viral Vector)

2. Department/Function:

Research and Development

3. Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Viral Vector
• Direct Reports: NA

4. Role Summary:

Immuneel is looking for an intern to support the upstream and downstream process development for viral vectors and associated analytics. The said candidate must have a strong understanding of cell culture, filtration, molecular biology and cell biology. Key deliverables will be to support Viral Vector Scientists to drive projects and programs through process development culminating in global IND applications. Knowledge on process development, analytical method development and single use technologies is an added advantage.

5. Key Responsibilities:

1. Execution of studies for Viral Vector process and analytical method development under the guidance of Scientists. Experience in Biologics with brief exposure to Viral Vector acceptable
2. Scientific support for upstream and downstream process development/improvement for suspension & adherent based Viral Vector platforms, with an intent of making cost-affordable process.
3. Ordering of reagents, consumables, inventory management.
4. Preparation, cross-functional review and training of the SOPs/EOPs/Work Instructions and other documents required for quality management system requirement.
5. Compilation and recording of data in process records (hard copy or digital) and preparation of technical reports.
6. Coordination with Application Scientists and Engineers for technical trouble shooting of Process Development facilities and associated utilities.

6. Primary Objectives:

1. Support process development and analytical testing for viral vectors
2. Associated documentation
3. Support technology transfer of upstream process as a part of technology transfer of the viral vector manufacturing process

7. Competencies Required:

• Technical Competencies:

1. Understanding of process development
2. Understanding of Bioprocess technology
3. Experience in Handling HEK293 T cells, Cell Banking and Scaleup
4. Sterile Practices and Handling

• Soft Skills:

1. Project planning
2. Data presentation
3. Collaboration
4. Team Player
5. Willingness to Learn
6. Challenge

8. Qualifications:

1. B.Tech or M.Tech (Science)

9. Working Conditions:

• Role Type: Full Time and Onsite
• Work Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM for the General Shift and 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM for the Post-Noon Shift (on a rotational basis). There will be two days off each week, which may not necessarily fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
• Travel Requirements: No
• Trainee Tenure: The traineeship period is for a duration of 11 months.
• Base Location: Immuneel Therapeutics Private Limited, 8th Floor, Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Health City, Bommasandra Industrial Area, Bangalore - 560099