Sr. Associate Data Scientist - AAV Upstream Process Development

Sr. Associate Data Scientist – AAV Upstream Process Development

Forge Your Future With Us
At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life‑changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life‑changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.

Position Overview
The Sr. Associate Data Scientist, PD – Upstream performs data analysis, laboratory documentation, and reporting for AAV Upstream Process Development. This individual compiles experimental data, maintains datasets, and drives technical documentation and process transfer activities. They play a key role in ensuring data quality and supporting innovative process development strategies.

What You’ll Do

• Generate and maintain a centralized AAV Upstream Process Development database. Propose solutions and recommendations based on team feedback.
• Compile experimental data for reports and responses to data inquiries.
• Prepare datasets, presentations, and dashboards for AAV Upstream Process Development.
• Compile data to drive development of innovative process development strategies.
• Present results and contribute to publications and reports.
• Support process transfer activities from Process Development to GMP.
• Review protocols, lab notebooks, and batch records for clarity and consistency; recommend adjustments and improvements.
• Generate templates for lab notebooks, presentations, and development reports for AAV Upstream Process Development.
• Identify potential errors or inconsistencies in team data and provide constructive feedback.
• Bring forward a continuous learning mentality seeking to both align with and improve upon best practices for data analysis in AAV Upstream Process Development.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biology or related discipline (or equivalent experience) OR bachelor's degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience) with a minimum of 4 years’ experience.
• Additional qualifications in Data Science, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, or related discipline, such as an associate’s degree, certification, or relevant coursework OR additional qualifications in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biology or related discipline, such as an associate’s degree, certification, or relevant coursework.
• Previous data or Software Engineering role in Biology, Chemistry, or other Life Science Industry.
• Experience analyzing datasets and utilizing the corresponding data to influence decision making.
• Working knowledge of cell culture techniques utilizing mammalian, insect, or microbial cells.
• Experience reviewing experimental data.
• Prior experience assisting in the training and development of other team members.
• Experience working with any of the following:
  Benchling, Excel, JMP, SQL, or Power BI.

Preferred

• Predictive modeling, hybrid modeling, or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) experience is a plus.
• Experience working with viral vectors (AAV, Lentivirus, etc.).
• Experience and know‑how for biopharmaceutical processing and scale up (both Upstream and Downstream) is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• The position works in a typical office environment where the physical work demands will vary depending on the specific tasks and duties required of the job. The employee will be stationary (standing/sitting) for extended periods of time. Ability to identify small details within the field of vision, distinguish between different colors, and accurately identify objects within a specific area.

We’ve Got You Covered

Health from day one

• Health, dental and vision insurance start your first day – with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family.

Time to recharge

• A competitive paid time off plan – because rest fuels innovation.
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave so you can focus on family when it matters most.

Rewarding your impact

• Annual bonus opportunities for all full‑time team members.
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care…