Lab Technical Operations Specialist

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lab Technical Operations Specialist for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in Hillsboro, OR.

Responsibilities :
Looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing our CAR-T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills.

• The primary focus of this role involves hands-on laboratory work and meticulous data management.
• CAR-T Cell Processing:
  • Execute the ADA CAR-T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
  • Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR-T processes.
• Pluripotent Stem Cell Processing (PSC):
  • Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs
  • Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells, in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors.
  • Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes.
• Documentation and Data Management:
  • Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN.
  • Manage in-process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool.
  • Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends.
  • Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations.
• Logistics and Coordination:
  • Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels.
  • Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third-party testing partners.

Required Skills:

• Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR-T, PSC, and RPE process.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling.
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification.
• Experience or comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics).
• Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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