Legend Biotech is seeking a QC Analyst as part of the Quality team based in Raritan, NJ.
Role Overview
The QC Analyst is an exempt level position with responsibilities for performing QC testing related to the manufacturing of cell therapy products for clinical trials and commercial operations in a controlled GMP environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the completion of QC testing related to the manufacturing of autologous CAR-T products for clinical trials and commercial operation in a controlled cGMP cleanroom environment.
- Ensure testing is completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, standards and GMP regulations.
- Conduct analytical testing of raw material/utility, in-process, or final product samples submitted to the QC laboratories.
- Perform peer review/approval of laboratory data.
- Utilize electronic systems (LIMS) for execution and documentation of testing.
- Create, review and approve relevant QC documents, SOP's and WI's.
- Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.
- Work in a collaborative team setting with quality counterparts that include Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, and Analytical/Process Development.
- Job duties performed require routine exposure to and handling of biological materials and hazardous chemicals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering or equivalent technical discipline is required.
- Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience, preferably within a biological and/or pharmaceutical industry is required.
- Experience in a Quality Control setting is preferred.
- Experience with processing samples in biosafety cabinets utilizing aseptic technique is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA/EU guidance related to manufacturing of cell-based products is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of Good Tissue Practices is required.
- Knowledge of CAR-T QC test methods and related equipment is preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skill are required.
- Candidates must be able to accommodate shift schedule. Shifts include routine weekend and evening work as required by the manufacturing process.
- Candidates must be able to accommodate unplanned overtime (including nights and weekends) on little to no prior notice.
- The candidate must be highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under some supervision.
- Comfortable with speaking and interacting with regulatory inspectors.
- This position may require occasional travel to partner sites in NJ or PA as business demands.
- This position may require up to 5% domestic or international travel as business demands.
- Ownership and Commitment:
o Takes responsibility for one's results and deliverables; sets and achieves goals to support organizational priorities.
o Takes initiative; willing to take unpopular positions/actions when necessary; courageous and assertive.
o Works effectively in the face of ambiguity, shifting priorities, and rapid change; maintains a positive outlook in difficult situations; a change agent. - Agility and Prioritization:
o Identifies and focuses on activities of highest value and impact; makes informed decisions quickly.
o Results oriented; defines goals, metrics and actionable plans and manages work to deliver desired outcomes; has a sense of urgency.
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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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