Overview As Senior Process Scientist, you will drive the development and manufacturing oversight of LNP-based gene therapy programs within Chiesi Global Rare Diseases. You'll lead formulation development, screening, and process optimization, partnering with external CROs/CDMOs and internal CMC teams to advance candidates from discovery through clinical development toward launch. This role offers impact across programs and a chance to shape GT delivery platforms in a collaborative, matrix-driven environment.
Retribuzione / Benefits
annual premio scheme
pension
private medical insurance
flexible benefits
relocation support
Define and lead formulation development plans for LNP platforms, including lipid/excipient screening and process development
select and qualify CROs/CDMOs
Manage project budgets for CROs/CDMOs/consultants and support lifecycle management
Contribute to GRD/GRD R&D; strategy and cross-functional knowledge sharing




Support critical evaluation of external business development opportunities focused on oligonucleotides
5-10 years of biotech/pharma experience with exposure to gene editing, CGT/ATMPs and LNP delivery systems
~ Strong expertise in formulation screening/optimization, process development, scale-up, and tech transfer to GMP manufacturing
~ QbD-based development (DoE, CPP/CQA identification) and understanding of CQAs
~ Experience managing outsourced development (CROs/CDMOs) and technical documentation
~ GMP/regulatory knowledge and CMC development lifecycle; Excellent analytical, writing, and stakeholder management skills
~ strong communication and stakeholder management in an international environment
~ ability to influence cross-functional teams
~ LNP formulation development and screening
~ Process development and scale-up
~ Tech transfer to GMP manufacturing

📌 Senior Process Scientist (Firenze)
🏢 Chiesi
📍 Firenze