Operations Lead Support Specialist

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life‑threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T‑cell, T‑cell receptor (TCR‑T), and natural killer (NK) cell‑based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting‑edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta‑cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Operations Lead Support Specialist as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ
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The CAR‑T Operations Lead Support Specialist will be part of the Technical Operations team responsible for the production of a personalized cell therapy to support both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile cGMP environment. Job duties will be performed within a team based on an assigned production shift schedule.

Sunday - Wednesday 2nd Shift (1 PM–12:30 AM)

• Support process unit operations (i.e. cell culture, purification, aseptic processing, and cryopreservation) according to standard operating procedures and batch records, while recording production data and information in a clear, concise format.
• Ensure the team performs tasks on time in a manner consistent with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality, and work as part of a cross‑functional team to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
• Demonstrate a mastery of all process systems (MES, SAP/S4, eLims, etc.), workflows, and equipment related to production support.
• First line of support for Production Support Operators to resolve issues and answer questions on the production floor.
• Utilize Leadership Standard Work and Process Confirmation practices to set the team up for success.
• Support the development of manufacturing processes, and work with others to drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within cell‑therapy Technical Operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience required.
• A minimum of 1.5‑3 years of operations experience within a cGMP environment in the biotech/biopharma industry.
• An ability to build strong partnerships and effectively integrate with external collaborators to drive projects/programs forward in a matrixed environment.
• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross‑functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to lead small teams and direct Operators on daily tasks.
• Clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills with an attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance related to manufacturing of cell based products.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and stand for a long period of time.
• Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment with physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and document production records.
• Ability to handle human derived materials in BSL‑2 cleanroom facility.
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and documentation.
• Ability to accommodate shift work including evenings and weekends as required by the manufacturing process.
• Ability to accommodate unplanned overtime on little to no prior notice.

Please note:

These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full‑time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

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