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Viral Vector Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Dawar Consulting

Scientist I - Virology

Foster City, CA · On-site

$115 - $125/hr

Experience with virus production, viral propagation, or viral vector systems . * Strong experience with mammalian cell culture and/or primary cell culture . * Experience performing ELISA, flow ...

Slope

Research Associate - Vector Core

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

About the team The Delivery team develops the viral and non-viral delivery technologies that enable ... We are establishing an in-house AAV vector core to deliver reliable, high-quality vector production ...

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How much do viral vector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for viral vector in California is $100,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,629.00 and $132,685.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a viral vector?

A Viral Vector job typically involves the development, production, and optimization of viral vectors used in gene therapy and vaccine applications. Professionals in this field work in biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies, focusing on designing and engineering viruses to deliver genetic material into cells safely and efficiently. Responsibilities may include cell culture, molecular cloning, vector purification, and quality control. This role is critical in advancing treatments for genetic disorders, cancer, and infectious diseases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the viral vector position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Viral Vector Scientist, you typically need a strong background in molecular biology, virology, or related life sciences, often supported by a relevant advanced degree. Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as cloning, cell culture, qPCR, viral purification, and use of tools like flow cytometry and bioreactors is essential, with certifications in biosafety being advantageous. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are key soft skills for success in this field. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable development of viral vectors used in gene therapy and biomedical research.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in viral vector development?

Professionals in viral vector development often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting low viral yields, maintaining strict contamination controls, and optimizing protocols for efficient gene delivery. The work environment is highly regulated, requiring close attention to safety and compliance standards, and frequent collaboration with cross-functional teams like quality assurance and manufacturing. Staying updated with emerging technologies and evolving regulatory requirements is also crucial. These challenges help foster advanced technical expertise and provide valuable problem-solving experience that contribute to long-term career growth in gene therapy and biotechnology.

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Infographic showing various Viral Vector job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 69% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,177 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Director, Supply Chain Network Planning, Cell & Gene Therapy

Kite Pharma

Thousand Oaks, CA • On-site

$191K - $216K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

We're here for one reason and one reason only - to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We've made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.


Job Description

The Director, Supply Chain Network Planning, Cell & Gene Therapy will lead end-to-end planning strategy, network design, capacity management, and supply orchestration across the Cell & Gene Therapy portfolio, including Ex Vivo therapies such as CAR-T and gene-modified cell therapies, as well as In Vivo gene therapies. This leader willbe responsible forbuilding and executing scalable planning processes that support patient access, supply continuity, launch readiness, and long-term portfolio growth.

This role will oversee integrated planning across patient demand, treatment center capacity, apheresis scheduling, manufacturing slot allocation, viral vector supply, drug substance, drug product, inventory, distribution, and external partner networks. The Director will partner closely with Commercial, Clinical Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Technical Operations, and external partners to ensure the network can reliably deliver therapies to patients while balancing service, cost, capacity, compliance, and business priorities.

As a senior leader, this individual will develop planning capabilities, mentor and grow future supply chain leaders, and foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role hasdirectimpact on product availability, patient delivery, supply resilience, and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead integrated business planning across Commercial, Clinical Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Technical Operations, and external partner teams.

  • Develop short-, mid-, and long-range demand, supply, inventory, and capacity plans for commercial and clinical Cell & Gene Therapy products.

  • Translate portfolio demand into manufacturing, viral vector, drug substance, drug product, inventory, and distribution requirements.

  • Drive scenario planning, risk assessments, and executive decision-making to support growth, launch readiness, and supply continuity.

  • Ensure planning processes support uninterrupted supply, reliable patient delivery, and strong operational performance across the network.

Ex Vivo CAR-T Planning

  • Own planning for individualized, make-to-order CAR-T therapies across the end-to-end patient and manufacturing journey.

  • Manage manufacturing slot allocation and capacity planning across internal and external manufacturing networks.

  • Coordinate planning across apheresis scheduling, manufacturing execution, product release, and treatment center delivery requirements.

  • Optimizepatient flow and manufacturing throughput whilemaintainingChainof Identity and Chain of Custody requirements.

  • Lead recovery planning for manufacturing failures, patient delays, supply disruptions, and capacity constraints.

Viral Vector and In Vivo Planning

  • Lead global viral vector demand and supply planning across commercial and clinical programs.

  • Build integrated plans that connect plasmid supply, vector manufacturing, drug substance, fill-finish, and drug product operations.

  • Establish inventory and deployment strategies for viral vectors, drugsubstance, and finished products.

  • Align vector capacity and long-term portfolio demand to support commercial growth, clinical development, and launch readiness.

  • Support commercialization planning for In Vivo gene therapy products.

Network Strategy, Risk Management, and Digital Planning

  • Develop and execute the long-term supply chain network strategy for Cell & Gene Therapy products.

  • Lead network assessments, capacity analyses, and supply chain design initiatives across internal manufacturing, CDMOs, warehousing, cryogenic storage, and distribution partners.

  • Identifyand mitigate risks related to critical materials, viral vector supply, manufacturing capacity,logisticsproviders, and external partners.

  • Establish contingency plans and network resiliency strategies to reduce supply risk and support business continuity.

  • Drive adoption of advanced planning tools, KPI dashboards, predictive analytics, and scenario modeling to improve planning decisions and operational performance.

Team Leadership and Capability Building

  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of supply chain planners, analysts, and managers.

  • Set clear expectations, build development plans, andestablishsuccession strategies for the planning organization.

  • Mentor emerging leaders and create growth opportunities across the team.

  • Build organizational capabilities in end-to-end planning, capacity management, network design, analytics, and supply chain decision-making.

  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and patient-centric execution.

Basic Qualifications

  • PhD and 8 years of progressive supply chain experience within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biologics, or advanced therapies; OR

  • Master's degree and 10 years of progressive supply chain experience within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biologics, or advanced therapies; OR

  • Bachelor's degree and 12 years of progressive supply chain experience within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biologics, or advanced therapies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • MBA, MS in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, ora relateddiscipline.

  • 12 or more years of progressive supply chain experience within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biologics, or advanced therapies.

  • 7 or more years of leadership experience in planning, supply chain strategy, network planning, operations, ora relatedfunction.

  • Experience supporting commercial CAR-T, Cell Therapy, Gene Therapy, or Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products.

  • Strong knowledge of vein-to-vein supply chains, manufacturing slot management, apheresis planning, viral vector manufacturing, cryogeniclogistics, Chain of Identity, and Chain of Custody requirements.

  • Experience supporting complex, regulated manufacturing environments.

  • APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, or equivalent certification.

  • Demonstrated success leading teams through growth, transformation, operational scale-up, product launches, or business process improvement.

Technical Expertise

  • Integrated Business Planning and S&OP leadership.

  • Capacity planning, capacity modeling, and supply chain network design.

  • Inventory optimization, scenario planning, and risk management.

  • SAP IBP, SAP S/4HANA, Kinaxis, Oracle SCM, or equivalent planning platforms.

  • Power BI, Tableau, SQL, advanced analytics, and KPI dashboard development.

Leadership Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and strong business judgment.

  • Patient-centric leadership and operational accountability.

  • Executive presence and cross-functional influence.

  • Peopledevelopment, coaching, and organization building.

  • Change leadership, financial acumen, risk management, and data-driven decision-making.

Success Profile

The successful candidate will build and lead an integrated, scalable planning organization that enables reliable patient delivery, strong supply continuity, efficient manufacturingutilization, and sustainable portfolio growth. This leader will be viewed as a trusted strategic partner, a strong people leader, and a driver of planning excellence across the Cell & Gene Therapy network.


The salary range for this position is: $191,250.00 - $247,500.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.


Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.

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