Automotive Engineering, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Cancer, Change Control, Consulting, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Employee Orientation, Fortune 1000 Customers, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Genetics, Government, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Onboarding, Operational Support, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player
VARITE is looking for qualified Cell Therapy Specialist I in Frederick, MD
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
An American biotechnology company that develops cancer immunotherapy products with a primary focus on genetically engineered autologous CAR T cell therapy - a cell-based therapy which relies on chimeric antigen receptors and T cells.
WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title: Cell Therapy Specialist I
Location: Frederick, MD (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months (Possible Extension)
Pay Rate Range: $30.00/hr. to $32.00/hr. on W2
Work Authorization: Only USC or GC
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO
Important:
- For the first 8-10 weeks of the assignment, all contractors are required to work Mon-Fri (0730-1600) to complete New Hire Orientation and Manufacturing Onboarding Technical Training.
- After the training is successfully completed, the contractor is deployed onto the shift as needed by the department leadership.
- During the Technical Training period, employees will observe the **** Holiday Schedule.
- Once deployed to shift, employees will be considered "essential " and will work their respective shifts during company holidays/shutdowns.
Note:
- Role is full-time 4/10 role, however the roles and shifts can change with the needs of the dept.
- Shift times will be directed by the manager or dept leads.
Shift times:
- 6:00 am to 4:30 pm (Day Shift), Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, and Thurs-Sun
- 3:00 pm to 1:30 am (Swing Shift), Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, and Thurs-Sun
- 5:00 pm to 3:30 am (Swing Shift), Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, and Thurs-Sun
Job Description:
- Everyone at this facility 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. Would you like to join us in this mission?
- 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.
- Are you passionate about making an impact on people's lives? Would you be excited to work for a company leading the way in developing and producing unique, innovative immunotherapies? Do you have a background in cGMP manufacturing? If the answer is yes, we'd like to consider you!
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- To be considered for this role, you must meet the following basic criteria:
- 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. All required PPE and gowning for classified GMP manufacturing areas are provided by the company.
- Finds opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controls
- Ability to wear a respirator during use of certain cleaning chemicals
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences Field
- Associates Degree in Life Sciences Field with 1+ years of biotech experience or
- High School Diploma with 2+ years of cGMP experience
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
- Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.
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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.