Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Cell Therapy Specialist for an Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Frederick, MD. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. We are seeking a highly motivated Cell Therapy Specialist to join a newly formed Cell Therapy Manufacturing team at a brand new, state-of-the-art, commercial Cell Therapy facility. The specialist will perform and/or verify all tasks associated with the manufacture of commercial product following batch records and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure safe and compliant operations. This role works as part of a team to execute GMP runs in close collaboration with Materials Management, Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
IMPORTANT: For the first 8-10 weeks of the assignment, all contractors are required to work Mon-Fri (07:30-16:00) to complete New Hire Orientation and Manufacturing Onboarding Technical Training. After the training is successfully completed, the contractor is deployed onto the shift as needed by the department leadership. During the Technical Training period, employees will observe the company's Holiday Schedule. Once deployed to shift, employees will be considered "essential" and will work their respective shifts during company holidays/shutdowns. This is a full-time 4/10 role, however the roles and shifts can change with the needs of the department.
Responsibilities: - Successfully troubleshoot processing and equipment issues while communicating said issues to management
- Complete required training assignments to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge and to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements
- Author and/or revise SOPs that are technically sound, provide clear instructions to align with cGMP requirements, and support efficient operations
- Routinely monitor, clean, prepare and operate sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion and filling equipment in Grade B/C clean rooms
- Find opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controls
- Ability to wear a respirator during use of certain cleaning chemicals
Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences Field
- Associates Degree in Life Sciences Field with 1+ years of biotech experience OR
- High School Diploma with 2+ years of cGMP experience
Pay range: up to $34.74 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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