Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy

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Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy will be responsible for supporting QC testing for in-process, final product, stability samples and for supporting environmental and facility monitoring, including data review/verification. Perform method troubleshooting, training, and transfer/validation. Execute document revisions, projects, deviations/investigations/CAPA, and continuous improvement efforts.

Shift Available:

• Sunday - Wednesday, Onsite Overnight Shift, 4 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.

Responsibilities:

• Perform method transfer/ verification/ validation, routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples. Perform environmental/facilities monitoring and microbiological testing.

• Anticipate and perform routine troubleshooting and problem solving with minimal guidance.

• Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for general and complex methods.

• Perform document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.

• Train and mentor others on QC test methods, processes, and procedures.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.

• Demonstrated technical writing skills.

• High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.

• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.

• Knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. An equivalent combination of higher education and experience will be considered.

• 4+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or

• Demonstrated experience with microbiological and aseptic techniques

Working Conditions:

• Individual must be able to work in laboratory environment.

• Able to problem solve with minimal supervision.

• Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete tasks required by shift schedule.

• Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.

• Available to work OT when business requires.

• Willing to work staggered day shift hours.

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