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And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.\nWorking at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.\nAt Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.\nLearn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.\nThe Senior Manager, Upstream Process Development, Viral Vectors is responsible for defining and executing the strategic vision for viral vector upstream process development capabilities supporting Cytiva’s Cell and Gene Therapy business. 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