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# Scientist, Viral Vector Process Development (Downstream) at AstraZeneca

Compensation

$92,252 – $138,378/yr

**Setup**
: Hybrid

**Location**
: Gaithersburg, Maryland

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: mid

**Posted**
: Sep 10, 2026

## Description

AstraZeneca is hiring a Scientist, Viral Vector Process Development (Downstream) to design, execute, and optimize scalable lentiviral vector purification processes for clinical and commercial applications. The role covers unit operations, process characterization, scale-up and scale-down, technology evaluation, documentation, regulatory CMC support, and cross-functional collaboration with research, manufacturing, quality, and CDMO partners. The position is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and offers an annual base salary of $92,252 to $138,378 USD, with health, dental, and vision coverage.

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