Cell Therapy Specialist I

KITE PHARMA • Frederick, MD

360d • $64,600 - $83,600

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated, Cell Therapy Specialist to join our newly formed Cell Therapy Manufacturing team at our brand new, state of the art, commercial Cell Therapy facility in Frederick, Maryland. The Cell Therapy Specialist will perform and/or verify all tasks associated with the manufacture of commercial product following batch records and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure safe and compliant operations as well as works as part of a team to execute GMP runs in close collaboration with Materials Management, Quality Control and Quality Assurance.

Requirements

• Associate and 1+ years of XXX experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED and 2+ years of XXX experience

Nice To Haves

• GMP experience
• Investigations/deviations and change controls

Responsibilities

• Successfully troubleshoots processing and equipment issues while communicating said issues to management
• Completes required training assignments to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge and to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements
• Authors and/or revises SOPs that are technically sound, provides clear instructions to align with cGMP requirements and supports efficient operations
• Routinely monitors, cleans, prepares and operates sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion and filling equipment in Grade B/C clean rooms of all required PPE and gowning for classified GMP manufacturing areas is provided by the company
• Finds opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controls

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
• Paid time off
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees