Operations Support Specialist II

Legend Biotech US•Raritan, NJ

1d•$47,861 - $62,819•Onsite

About The Position

Legend Biotech is hiring an Operations Support Specialist II for its Manufacturing & Supply team in Raritan, New Jersey. The CAR-T Operations Support Specialist will join Technical Operations and support production of personalized cell therapy for clinical and commercial needs in a sterile cGMP environment. Work is performed as part of a team according to an assigned production shift schedule. Duties routinely involve exposure to and handling of biological materials and hazardous chemicals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
0–1 years of operations experience in a cGMP environment in the biotech or biopharma industry.
Ability to build strong partnerships and effectively integrate with external collaborators to advance projects and programs in a matrixed environment.
Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks, integrate cross-functional issues, and balance competing priorities.
Clear, succinct verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures.
Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance related to manufacturing cell-based products.
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Sufficient vision and hearing to work in the job environment, and physical dexterity to use computers and document production records.
Ability to handle human-derived materials in a BSL-2 cleanroom facility.
Ability to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required by the manufacturing process.
Ability to accommodate unplanned overtime with little or no prior notice.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Perform process unit operations, including cell culture, purification, aseptic processing, and cryopreservation, according to standard operating procedures and batch records.
Record production data and information clearly and concisely.
Complete tasks on time in accordance with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality and work cross-functionally to complete production tasks required by the shift schedule.
Support manufacturing process development and collaborate on continuous improvements and efficiencies within cell therapy Technical Operations.
Handle biological materials and hazardous chemicals as required by routine job duties.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after three months of employment.
Paid time off including vacation, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven company holidays.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Legal assistance.
Supplemental pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance plans.
Voluntary commuter benefits.
Family planning and care resources.
Well-being initiatives.
Peer-to-peer recognition programs.
Performance-based bonus and/or equity for employees in eligible roles.