Environmental Monitoring Specialist I

Immatics•Houston, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time! Immatics is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients with cancer. We are the global leader in precision targeting of PRAME, a target expressed in more than 50 cancers. Our cutting-edge science and robust clinical pipeline form the broadest PRAME franchise with the most PRAME indications and modalities, spanning TCR T-cell therapies and TCR bispecifics. Why Join Us? Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy. Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth. Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally. We are seeking an Environmental Monitoring Specialist I to support our Microbiology Environmental Monitoring team. The main role of the Quality Control Specialist, Environmental Monitoring I is to provide daily operational support and environmental monitoring (EM) services to the Immatics aseptic production areas and perform/provide safety testing for final drug product release. FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt Schedule: 12:00 – 20:30; Monday to Friday; On-site Reports to: Associate Environmental Monitoring Manager Location: 13203 Murphy Road Suite 100 Stafford, TX 77477

Requirements

BS in a science related field, preferably in Microbiology (degree may be waived for more years of experience)
Experience with aseptic processing and cleanroom occupancy is a plus
Works independently
Capable of aseptic gowning, level 3 gowning.
Collaborates effectively with coworkers and between departments
Flexible and able to work under pressure and meet project timelines
Able to perform duties within a GMP aseptic cleanroom.
Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required.

Responsibilities

Performance of environmental monitoring of the aseptic production areas including viable air monitoring, viable surface monitoring, total particulate monitoring, and personnel monitoring.
Responsible for incubation of samples, reading of results, reporting, and submitting data.
Performance of microbial identification preparation and testing including preparation and transfer od samples to contract laboratory.
Conducts microbiological media growth promotion and maintains department stock cultures.
Supports aseptic process simulations through environmental monitoring, inspection, and evaluation.
Responsible for equipment qualification execution and ongoing cleaning and maintenance
Performance of safety testing on in-process and final drug products
Performance of general laboratory operations including but not limited to inventory maintenance and ordering, laboratory maintenance and cleaning/ disinfection, sample receipt and disposition.
Other relatable functions as determined.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive rates for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
4 weeks of Paid Time off, granted up front each year and prorated for first and last year of employment.
Sick Time Off – 56 hours
12 Paid Holidays
100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance up to at 1x annual salary, up to 100K ( club together)
100% Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) with Immediate Eligibility & company match… You are eligible for 401(k) plan participation as of your first paycheck. The company will match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your base salary for the first two years of employment, 4% for years 2-3 of employment, and up to 5% of your salary from the fourth year onward of continued employment.
Partially paid Parental Leave for eligible employees. (3 weeks)
Additional voluntary employee paid coverages including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
Employee Paid Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.
Professional Growth: Opportunities to work with leading experts in the field of T-cell immunotherapy.
Company provided learning and development opportunities
Fast paced, high demand collaborative and dynamic environment.