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Vertex

Supervisor, Process Development Engineering

Salary$104k – $156k
LocationBoston, MA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience6+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 15, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live11h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have11
BS in Biochemistry, Engineering, Biology or related discipline with 7 years of industry experience or MS with 6 years
Practical industry experience in media preparation, stock solution preparation, manufacturing support, or related biopharmaceutical operations
Experience leading day-to-day operations in a laboratory, pilot-scale, or manufacturing support setting
Hands-on leadership experience with training, scheduling, troubleshooting, and team accountability
Knowledge of media, buffer, and stock solution preparation in laboratory, pilot-scale, or biopharmaceutical manufacturing settings
Understanding of GMP/GMP-ready operations, including documentation, data integrity, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs
Working knowledge of aseptic processing, cell culture support, scale-up, and laboratory safety practices
Ability to lead daily operations, including work prioritization, scheduling, troubleshooting, and escalation management
Demonstrated people-leadership skills, including coaching, training, development, and accountability
Strong problem-solving and continuous-improvement skills, including lean principles, waste reduction, and process optimization
Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to have1
Experience with cell or gene therapy manufacturing, technology transfer, automation, digital manufacturing systems, and Industry 4.0 tools
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Educational assistance
Student loan repayment
Commuting subsidy
Charitable gift matching
401(k)
Job Description
General Summary
Vertex is seeking a Media and Buffer Preparation Supervisor to support media development and cell therapy manufacturing activities in Boston, MA. This role leads daily media, buffer, and stock solution preparation operations; ensures reliable, high-quality, and GMP-ready execution; and develops a strong, accountable team. The Supervisor will partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes, support scale-up and manufacturing readiness, and advance automation and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Supervise daily media, buffer, and stock solution preparation, including scheduling, prioritization, troubleshooting, and escalation of issues.
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Lead, coach, train, and develop team members to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and operational discipline.
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Ensure consistent, accurate, and high-quality output by following standard work, procedures, and quality requirements.
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Plan staffing and resources to meet customer needs and maintain reliable operations.
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Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational readiness, scalable manufacturing practices, and business priorities.
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Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and automation solutions to improve efficiency, scalability, and data visibility.
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Maintain GMP/GMP-ready compliance, safety, documentation, investigations, CAPAs, and a collaborative team environment.
Knowledge and Skills
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Knowledge of media, buffer, and stock solution preparation in laboratory, pilot-scale, or biopharmaceutical manufacturing settings.
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Understanding of GMP/GMP-ready operations, including documentation, data integrity, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs.
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Working knowledge of aseptic processing, cell culture support, scale-up, and laboratory safety practices.
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Ability to lead daily operations, including work prioritization, scheduling, troubleshooting, and escalation management.
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Demonstrated people-leadership skills, including coaching, training, development, and accountability.
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Strong problem-solving and continuous-improvement skills, including lean principles, waste reduction, and process optimization.
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Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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Preferred: Experience with cell or gene therapy manufacturing, technology transfer, automation, digital manufacturing systems, and Industry 4.0 tools.
Education and experience
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BS in Biochemistry, Engineering, Biology or related discipline with 7 years of industry experience or an MS with 6 years of industry experience.
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Practical industry experience in media preparation, stock solution preparation, manufacturing support, or related biopharmaceutical operations.
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Experience leading day-to-day operations in a laboratory, pilot-scale, or manufacturing support setting.
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Hands-on leadership experience with training, scheduling, troubleshooting, and team accountability.
About the company
At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
Pay Range:
$104,000 - $156,000
Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Benefits
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site Designated
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
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