Chief Scientific Officer & Project Scientist III

This recruitment is ideally suited for highly experienced and senior professionals with a Doctoral or Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or Technology, specializing in biotechnology. Candidates should possess significant R&D and regulatory experience, particularly in biotherapeutics, cell and gene therapy, or related fields. The Chief Scientific Officer role requires a minimum of 20 years of experience and proven leadership capabilities, while the Project Scientist III position demands at least 7 years of relevant R&D experience. Individuals passionate about contributing to regulatory science, capacity building, and innovation within a national institution under government auspices will find these roles fulfilling.

Candidates lacking the specified minimum professional experience (20 years for CSO, 7 years for PS III) or the required advanced degrees (Doctoral or Master's in relevant fields) should not apply. Those seeking permanent government employment will find this unsuitable, as the positions are strictly contractual, initially for one year, and co-terminus with the project. Individuals uncomfortable with strict government regulations, periodic performance evaluations, or the possibility of contract termination with notice should also reconsider.

Working with the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), an institution of national importance established under the Department of Biotechnology and UNESCO, offers significant prestige. These roles contribute to a critical Biosafety Support Unit (BSU) project, impacting regulatory science and capacity building in biotechnology at a national and regional level. While the positions are contractual, they offer an opportunity for significant professional contribution and exposure within a high-profile scientific environment.