Head of Cell Line Development

Job overview

The Head of Cell Line Development role is based onsite in Waltham, MA. The stated annual salary range is $150,000–$215,000, with equity compensation also available. Alloy Therapeutics is a biotechnology ecosystem and product development organization that supports the scientific community in discovering and developing therapeutic biologics. This senior leader sets scientific and technical direction for stable cell line capabilities, evaluates and implements technologies, and oversees partner programs. The role advances cell line development offerings while balancing quality, timelines, costs, regulatory expectations, and organizational goals.

What you'll do

• Lead evaluation and development strategy for stable cell line platforms
• assess and implement technologies for stable transfection and cell line generation
• set the scientific roadmap
• represent capabilities with clients, partners, and at conferences
• oversee related intellectual property strategy
• support regulatory expectations and filings
• manage program budgets, timelines, and resources
• lead and mentor a cross-functional team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cell line development

biotechnology

scientific leadership

stable cell lines

cell engineering

biologics

waltham ma

alloy therapeutics

full-time

annual salary $150k–$215k

equity compensation

ph.d. required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity compensation
• 401(k) company match
• medical, dental, and vision benefits with premiums and deductibles covered
• company-paid disability and life insurance
• paid parental leave
• family-planning support up to $45,000
• unlimited PTO
• flexible schedules
• continuing-education stipend
• individualized professional development
• employee assistance and mental-wellness resources.

Why this role

The posting describes a Ph.D. requirement, 10+ years of relevant hands-on experience, equity compensation, 401(k) match, covered medical, dental, and vision premiums and deductibles, paid parental leave, family-planning support, unlimited PTO, and professional-development support.

About the employer

Alloy Therapeutics is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.