Head of Viral Vector Operations (m/f/d)

ProBioGen is an internationally operating biotech company based in Berlin-Weißensee, which has specialized in the development and production of biopharmaceutical active ingredients and vaccines throughout many years of experience. Every day, more than 300 employees contribute with their creative and diligent work to the establishment of new therapeutic developments in medicine and groundbreaking innovations worldwide.

Through our research, we support the development of effective and safe medical agents to help improve the cures for diseases such as cancer.

We have been growing steadily since 1994 - become an innovator of tomorrow and apply now!

As Head of Viral Vector Operations, you will lead and scale a platform-driven organization covering viral vector process development and GMP manufacturing. You will oversee the full lifecycle of client programs — from process development through GMP supply — with responsibility for operational performance, scalability, quality, and client delivery.

Your Responsibilities

• Build and lead the Viral Vector Operations unit
• Drive process development and GMP manufacturing for viral vector platforms (e.g. Lentivurus, MVA)
• Ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality GMP execution
• Oversee tech transfer, scale-up, and manufacturing readiness
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and right-first-time performance
• Manage timelines, budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation
• Act as senior interface for international clients and support business growth
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across process development and manufacturing

• PhD or MSc in Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, Virology, or related field
• 10 years of experience in viral vector process development and manufacturing
• Strong GMP and tech transfer expertise
• Proven leadership experience in biotech/CDMO environments
• Strong operational and client-oriented mindset
• Experience scaling teams and manufacturing operations

ProSphere. Partnership environment, company events
ProBalance. Flexible workschedule and special vacation days
ProHealth. Yoga, Shiatsu, health days and discounted membership in the Urban Sports Club
ProCare . Technical equipment, laboratory clothing, monitor glasses, company pension plan
ProTaste. Cafeteria with Convini fridge, daily fresh lunch specials and free drinks
ProTalent. Onboarding with mentoring program, innovation days, further training opportunities