Lab Ops Specialist I

Kite Pharma•Frederick, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. Join us in our mission! NOTE: Overnight Shift is Mon-Fri 11:00pm -7:30am

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree OR AA Degree and 2+ years’ experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience OR High School Degree and 3+ years’ experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience
Thorough knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes.

Nice To Haves

Identifying, writing, evaluating, and closing OOS’s and investigations.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
Well versed in various analytical techniques such as Flow Cytometry, ELISAs, PCR, and cell bioassays and other applicable methods to the testing of biopharmaceuticals.
Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/210/211).
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry.
Potential shifts are Sunday – Wednesday or Wednesday – Saturday.
Business need may require alternate work schedule, such as swing shift hours.

Responsibilities

Perform testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products by following analytical methods: Cell based bioassays, Flow Cytometry, ELISA and qPCR assays.
Work with internal and external resources to maintain lab in an optimal state.
Assist with monitoring and trending data, complete routine record review of test data and related documents for in-process testing, drug substance and drug product release.
Supply information to support generation of CoAs for product release.
Maintains laboratory instruments for calibration and routine maintenance
Author or revise SOPs, qualification/validation protocols and reports.
Asist with lab investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results.
Participate in determination of root cause for deviations related to analytical procedures.
Provide updates at daily and weekly meetings.
Monitor the GMP systems currently in place to ensure compliance with documented policies.
Review proposed changes to systems, procedures, methods, and submissions to regulatory agencies, as appropriate.
Gather metric information for use in continuous improvement of areas of responsibility.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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