Lab Support Specialist

Legend Biotech • Somerset, NJ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T), T-cell receptor (TCR-T), natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Lab Support Specialist as part of the Research & Development team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview The Lab Support Specialist supports daily laboratory operations by managing samples, equipment, records, inventory, and supplies while assisting scientists and laboratory staff with testing activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to SOPs, safety/EHS, and regulatory requirements, and accurate documentation to maintain an audit-ready laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related field preferred.
• Previous laboratory or healthcare experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety practices.
• Familiarity with LIMS and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety regulations.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to follow SOPs, safety regulations, EHS guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurate specimen handling, tracking, and recordkeeping.
• Effective time management, multitasking, and prioritization.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer, Microsoft Office, LIMS, and data entry skills.
• Work in a clinical, research, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic laboratory.
• May require standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• May involve handling biological specimens and hazardous materials following safety guidelines.
• Weekend work may be required, up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, track, and document samples in LIMS.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, software, IT systems, and LIMS readiness.
• Manage supplies, reagents, chemicals, ordering, and supply forecasting.
• Support SOP compliance, audit readiness, EHS standards, and waste management.
• Coordinate with Biosample Management, warehouse teams, scientists, and lab staff.
• Support sample receipt, labeling, logging, processing, testing setup, chain of custody/identity, and LIMS documentation.
• Coordinate with Biosample Management and warehouse teams for patient sample handling, shipments, inventory tracking, and documentation.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, software, IT systems, LIMS, and network setups.
• Manage inventory of supplies, reagents, chemicals, and consumables; support ordering and forecasting to prevent operational delays.
• Maintain an audit-ready laboratory by following SOPs and applicable quality, safety, EHS, and regulatory requirements.
• Support safety protocols, chemical and biohazard waste management, lab cleanliness, organization, and biohazard control.
• Assist scientists and laboratory staff with routine lab activities, reagent preparation, testing support, data recording, discrepancy reporting, and issue escalation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and 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 and 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
• Voluntary commuter benefits
• Family planning and care resources
• Well-being initiatives
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree