Cell Therapy Manufacturing Specialist

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Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

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The Cell Therapy Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for executing critical manufacturing operations to support the daily production of sterile, clinical‑grade cell therapy products. This role operates predominantly within a cleanroom environment under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and requires strong aseptic technique, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.

Key Responsibilities

Aseptic Processing & Cell Culture Operations

• Perform advanced aseptic processing activities, including media exchanges, vessel passaging, harvest, and cryopreservation of mammalian cells according to the production schedule.
• Complete and maintain qualifications in aseptic gowning, aseptic process execution, and cleaning/disinfection.
• Prepare media, buffers, and reagents as needed to support manufacturing activities.
• Operate, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Conduct equipment cleaning, disinfection, and preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with SOPs.

Documentation, Compliance & Quality

• Execute, review, and contribute to the revision and authorship of SOPs and Master Batch Records (MBRs) under cGMP guidelines.
• Open, investigate, and close quality records including deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Initiate and support simple change controls; complete associated tasks in a timely manner.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of all documentation in accordance with data integrity standards and company policies.
• Achieve Power User proficiency in supporting electronic systems (e.g., Master Control).

Operational Support & Collaboration

• Perform inventory management activities for consumables, media, cryovials, and other materials.
• Assist with material procurement, receipt, and traceability.
• Train colleagues on foundational process steps, equipment operation, and support tasks.
• Maintain a safe and compliant working environment, ensuring adherence to all SOPs and industry best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization projects.
• Effectively manage time and multitask to meet production and documentation deadlines.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent direct industry experience.

Experience & Skills

• 2+ years of industry experience in mammalian cell culture within a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical, cell therapy, or biotechnology manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique and common laboratory skills (pipetting, cell handling, media preparation) gained through real-world manufacturing or industrial lab experience
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• Strong understanding of mammalian cell biology and its application to cell therapy production environments
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• Comfort working fully gowned in a cleanroom environment, with direct experience in classified cleanroom operations
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• Familiarity with 21 CFR…