Operations Support Specialist

The role

The Operations Support Specialist will produce personalized cell therapy in a sterile cGMP environment. This role involves performing process unit operations and supporting manufacturing process development.

What you will do

• Perform process unit operations including cell culture, purification, aseptic processing, and cryopreservation.
• Record production data and information in a clear, concise format.
• Perform tasks consistent with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
• Build partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to complete production tasks.
• Support the development of manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within cell therapy Technical Operations.
• Handle biological materials and hazardous chemicals.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• 0-1 years of operations experience within a cGMP environment in the biotech/biopharma industry
• Ability to build strong partnerships and integrate with external collaborators in a matrixed environment
• Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance related to manufacturing of cell based products
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for a long period of time
• Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and document production records
• Ability to handle human derived materials in BSL-2 cleanroom facility
• Ability to accommodate shift work including evenings and weekends

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 three (3) months of employment
• Paid time off including 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 and peer-to-peer recognition programs

Before you apply

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
• Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify

About the company

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the company advances the next generation of cell therapy.