At Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility (VVMF), we’re building something genuinely rare in Australia, a world-class viral vector manufacturing facility at the centre of the country’s largest health, research and innovation precinct, based in Westmead.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Process Development Manager to lead our Process Development Team. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll shape capability, influence
strategy, and help deliver advanced therapies that have the potential to change lives.
About the role
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Technology Officer, you’ll lead the end-to-end process development function, bringing together scientific excellence, operational leadership, and team development.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Leading and developing a high-performing team of Scientists across Upstream and Downstream disciplines.
- Driving the design, optimisation, and scale-up of AAV, LV, and other viral vector processes.
- Translating program goals into clear technical plans and deliverables.
- Ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery across Client and internal programs.
- Partnering with internal stakeholders to support project execution, capacity planning, and operational readiness.
- Providing technical leadership, problem solving and strategic input across development and manufacturing interfaces.
- Contributing to Client proposals, reports, and scientific communications.
This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on scientific leadership with people leadership, and operational oversight.
About you
You’re an experienced leader in process development who brings both depth of expertise and a pragmatic, team-first mindset.
You’ll bring:
- Extensive experience in the life sciences, biotech, or CDMO environment (as a guide 10+ years).
- Strong expertise in viral vector process development, particularly AAV and/or LV platforms.
- Proven experience leading and developing scientific teams.
- A track record of delivering complex development programs in a client-facing or project-driven environment.
- Strong capability in experimental design, data interpretation, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with project planning, capacity management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Clear, confident communication skills, able to translate complex science for different audiences.
Most importantly, you’re someone who aligns with VVMF values, leads with integrity, builds trust quickly, and creates an environment where people can do their best work.
Why join VVMF?
- Join a mission-driven, values-led organisation at the forefront of biotech innovation.
- Work in a collaborative, high-performance culture that values your expertise.
- Access professional development, and opportunities for growth.
- Contribute to life-changing therapies and innovations.
We hold ourselves to high standards, in our science, our delivery, how we work together and we’re looking for people who want to do the same.
To apply
Apply via the link on seek, including your resume, along with a cover letter sharing why you are the right person for the role, and how you meet the selection criteria listed above.
Applications close: 15 July 2026.
Applicants must be willing to undergo a National Police Check. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
