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Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesRaw Material Technical Leadership- Lead and coordinate hands-on process development (PD) and technology development activities, including laboratory study design, experimental execution, analytical sampling plans, and data interpretation.
- Communicate study outcomes to cross-functional partners and risk assessment teams to support data-driven decisions.
- Define raw material requirements, qualification strategies, and acceptance criteria to support technology transfer, commercial launch, and product lifecycle management.
- Translate process, quality, and GMP requirements into clear design and technical specifications for vendors and external partners.
- Perform Supplier Notification Assessments (SNAs), global project-related raw material change assessments, and raw material deviation impact assessments.
Lifecycle Management, Risk Mitigation & Cross-Functional Collaboration- Develop, implement, and maintain Raw Material Lifecycle Management (LCM) strategies.
- Drive second-source raw material initiatives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve supply chain robustness and resiliency.
- Lead and support Material FMEA, Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT), Adventitious Agent, and Nitrosamine risk assessments in support of regulatory filings.
- Support deviation investigations, supplier audits, and regulatory inspection responses related to raw materials and consumables.
Additional Skills & Competencies- Strong computer skills with the ability to multitask, self-organize, and manage competing priorities.
- Demonstrated project management experience, including cross-functional coordination.
- Self-motivated, accountable, and willing to take on responsibilities outside the initial scope as business needs evolve.
- Collaborative, results-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and resilience in overcoming technical and operational challenges.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Basic Requirements- BS in a related discipline with at least 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology process development
OR- MS in a related discipline with at least 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology process development
Preferred Qualifications- PhD in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceuticals and single-use disposable systems.
- Hands-on experience with cell culture techniques, including bioreactors, cell isolation, and use of standard laboratory equipment.
- Experience in aseptic processing, cell passaging, sampling, media formulation, reagent and vial management, and cryopreservation.
- Proficiency in statistical design of experiments (DoE) and data-driven process optimization.
- Strong scientific and engineering foundation in bioprocessing, scale-up/scale-out, hydrodynamics, mass transfer, and equipment design and control.
- Understanding of cell biology principles, including differentiation, phenotype markers, and metabolic pathways (preferred).
- Working knowledge of materials science, material compatibility, and interactions with cell culture systems (preferred).
The salary range for this position is: $133,195.00 - $172,370.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at ;br>
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