Senior Associate, Quality Control Analytical

Position Summary

We are looking for an individual with cell therapy quality control background to join our Quality Control (QC) team. You will contribute to the advancement of our product pipeline by performing QC analytical method qualification, implement sample analysis and other assigned tasks. You will independently organize and present results and conclusions. You will ensure that the QC Analytical laboratory is operating as expected.

This role may provide occasional technical and supervisory oversight on weekends and off-hour.

Responsibilities

• Perform flow cytometry, ELISA, cellular cytotoxicity, qPCR, and assays to ensure the release testing and stability monitoring of cell therapy products and in-process samples.
• Support analytical method development, qualification, and technical transfer from Analytical Development
• Support analytical activities; Occasionally act as a subject matter expert in technical discussion, document review and investigation.
• Author and review analytical test results, technical and regulatory documents including analytical study data summaries and reports, analytical method qualification protocols and reports, standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by supervisor/manager to support Quality.
• Flexibility of occasionally working in weekend or holidays to support lot release testing.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, work, and interface in a dynamic team setting.

Education and Experience

• 5+ years in Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry with High School; 2+ years with BS/BA; 1+ years with MS/MA or Eng Degree
• Quick learning/application of concepts and information.
• Knowledge of cell culture techniques and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Work in a self-guided manner with scientific/technical personnel.
• Experience in Cell or Gene Therapy
• Well versed in several analytical techniques Flow cytometry, qPCR, dPCR, cell-based potency and ELISA experience.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we fuel bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $76,702 to $115,054. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related experience. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and we reserve the right to modify base salary (and any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
• Equity-based long-term incentive program
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

Date Posted

17-Oct-2024

Closing Date

10-Nov-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.