Business Development Consultant Jobs in South San Francisco, CA
Business Development Consultant jobs in South San Francisco, California are in active demand, with employers like ZS Associates, Cellares, and Denali Therapeutics among those hiring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
Cellares is seeking an innovative and highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the Process Development team. This individual will interface across many parts of the company and contribute significantly to the development of our advanced cell therapy manufacturing platform.
The primary focus of this position is to design and execute experiments, as well as develop standard operating procedures and processes for the Cellares platform. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in process development techniques and methodologies, technology transfer, method scale up and troubleshooting, as well as engineering principles and tools.
The successful candidate should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.
Responsibilities
Provide hands-on support to small-scale and scale-up experiments and overall development of the Cellares advanced cell therapy manufacturing platform
Interpret and adapt a cell therapy manufacturing process from a client to the Cellares platform; design and execute experiments related to workflow development and scale-up
Develop process diagrams and flowcharts for novel and existing processes
Create project plans, timelines, and reports to inform project execution; address blockers and challenges during execution
Perform primary cell line maintenance and leukopak processing, including isolation, activation, gene modification, expansion and cryopreservation
Draft and review work instructions, standard operating procedures, test plans, and reports
Generate and review process documentation including but not limited to Manufacturing Batch Records and Bill of Materials (BOM)
Analyze and interpret process data, prepare presentations and present technical results
Identify and investigate process deviations and non-conformances, document findings and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
Requirements
BS or MS in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with 4-10 years of process development experience in the cell and gene therapy field
Experience in aseptic technique and primary immune cell culture
Extensive experience using and troubleshooting semi-automated instruments and laboratory information management systems
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong technical writing skills and experience authoring SOPs and reports
Familiarity with cell therapy analytical testing methods, such as flow cytometry and cell-based assays is preferred
Creative, self-motivated, eager to take on a wide variety of tasks and grow with evolving technology
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset
Cellares is the first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO) and takes an Industry 4.0 approach to mass manufacturing the living drugs of the 21st century. The company is both developing and operating integrated technologies for cell therapy manufacturing to accelerate access to life-saving cell therapies. The company’s Cell Shuttle integrates all the technologies required for the entire manufacturing process in a flexible and high-throughput platform that delivers true walk-away, end-to-end automation. Cell Shuttles will be deployed in Cellares’ Smart Factories around the world to meet total patient demand for cell therapies at global scale. Partnering with Cellares enables academics, biotechs, and pharma companies to accelerate drug development and scale out manufacturing, lower process failure rates, lower manufacturing costs, and meet global patient demand.
Leveling will be based on overall experience, education, and demonstration of knowledge throughout the interview process.
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Who's Hiring
- ZS Associates6
- Cellares2
- Denali Therapeutics2
- Veracyte1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Construction & Real Estate2
Business Development Consultant Jobs in South San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions
How many business development consultant jobs are there in South San Francisco?
There are 11+ business development consultant openings in South San Francisco, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as South San Francisco employers hire.
Which companies hire business development consultants in South San Francisco?
South San Francisco business development consultant roles are posted by ZS Associates, Cellares, and Denali Therapeutics and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote business development consultant jobs in South San Francisco?
Yes. About 88% of business development consultant openings tied to South San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around South San Francisco.
Which industries hire the most business development consultants in South San Francisco?
South San Francisco business development consultant roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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