Associate Director

Department: Peds-AIR - 412002 Posting Open Date: 03/25/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Position Type: Permanent Faculty Working Title: Viral Vector Core Director - Open Rank Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID: FAC0005510 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: Dependent on Experience and Qualifications Proposed Start Date: 06/01/2025 Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC School of Medicine's mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians and others who receive care at our facilities. We provide leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research. Position Summary The School of Medicine is searching for an open rank faculty member to serve as the UNC Viral Vector Core Director. The Director will oversee the Viral Vector Core (VVC) and GMP Viral Vector Core (GVVC) Facility. The VVC focuses on research‑grade manufacturing of plasmid DNA and rAAV vectors at smaller scales. The GVVC manufactures, under cGMP, rAAV vectors using industry standard manufacturing processes and analytical methods. The Director will perform operations to achieve the objectives of the Gene Therapy Center, ensuring compliance with cGMPs and facilitating communication with other departments to deliver high quality product on time. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements PhD in Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field. Candidates must have at least 7.5 years in a biotech manufacturing environment, CDMO, or pharmaceutical company. Candidates must have experience with the regulatory requirements of biopharmaceutical products, experience establishing quality management systems and CMC teams. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Preference for individuals with rAAV vectors manufacturing. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr