Associate Scientist, MSAT (Cell & Gene Therapy)
About The Position
Legend Biotech is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Associate Scientist to join our Global MSAT Automation team. This role combines cell therapy manufacturing studies with basic lab operations, supporting automated instrument workflow studies and managing inventory and availability of materials in a fast-paced, GMP-regulated environment. You will play a critical part in keeping our cell therapy manufacturing automation lab running smoothly. From operating advanced automated instruments to maintaining real-time inventory, you will work cross-functionally with automation development teams and procurement, upholding the highest standards of GMP compliance and aseptic techniques.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences field (master’s preferred).
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in cell therapy manufacturing operations or GMP biologics/cell manufacturing development (CAR-T, stem cell, or autologous/allogeneic therapies strongly preferred).
- High proficiency in aseptic techniques within a Grade B cleanroom environment.
- Working knowledge of cold-chain logistics, short-shelf-life material handling, and storage optimization.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, high throughput setting.
- Experience ordering and managing materials specific to cell therapy manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with lab inventory software featuring barcoding, real-time tracking, and automated reorder workflows.
Responsibilities
- Perform cell culture enrichment, maintenance and analytical assays using cell therapy manufacturing processes, automated platforms, and instruments.
- Manage the full ordering lifecycle via designated lab inventory platforms, including processing material requests, and tracking shipments. Knowledge of cell therapy manufacturing materials is required.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
- Eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment
- Paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings accounts
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Legal assistance
- Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Family planning and care resources
- Well-being initiatives
- Peer-to-peer recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
