Application Scientist, Technical Design (gRNA CDMO Services)

Who we are: 

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.  

At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitable culture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai’s portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market. 

Your next role as a Miracle Maker 

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our technical design team as an Application Scientist, Technical Design. The Application Scientist, Technical Design is a client facing technical subject matter expert (SME) that provides custom solutions based on understanding the client’s needs to help grow our TriLink’s gRNA services business. The candidate will work within a cross functional team that includes regional sales/BD representatives, product management, marketing, R&D, GMP Operations, etc. A successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic work environment applying their technical expertise towards creative customer solutions. Come join our organization for the opportunity to contribute value through your expertise as a miracle maker!

How you will make an impact: 

• Partner with Business Development and Sales teams to improve customer journey by providing technical support and understanding of customer needs during pre-sale activities including but not limited to TriLink’s custom services, gRNA manufacturing, analytical testing, and GMP phase appropriate solutions.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Sales to enhance the customer journey by providing technical support and understanding customer journey during pre-sale activities, including TriLink’s custom services and GMP solutions.
• Represent the company scientifically at conferences, seminars, and webinars alongside R&D.
• Address inquiries about company technology and manage technical escalations and support cases.
• Serve as a liaison between customers and internal teams to present RFPs, HLEs, Proposals, and SOWs for client-specific technical needs.
• Highlight the Voice of Customer (VOC) to internal teams to drive business focus and innovation.
• Stay informed on technological advances, industry trends, and innovations in RNA health.

 The skills and experience that you will bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in biological field (i.e., molecular biology, biochemistry, or genomics); with at least 4 years of extensive technical experience in nucleic acids lab techniques from biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry. At least 2 years of experience for PhD. 
• Preferred lab experiences in: R&D, Process Development, GMP manufacturing, and/or QC
• Strong client-facing skills, task-oriented, and able to communicate scientifically with technical teams.
• Proven track record working with Business Development, Marketing, and Sales in Life Sciences.
• Advanced understanding of molecular biology and mRNA/nucleic acid therapeutic applications, including proficiency in chemical oligo synthesis and gRNA applications.
• Understanding of clinical development pathways and current regulatory or CMC requirements.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills (e.g., French or German) are a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 30% including semi-regular visits to company Headquarters (San Diego, CA) and customer visits as needed.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $102,000 - $116,000. In addition, highly competitive long-ter