Assistant, Cell Manufacturing

Cell ManufacturingAssistant,Biotherapeutics CoreFacility

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: The Biotherapeutics Core Facility(BTCF)develops, validates, and implements procedures critical to gene transfer-related clinical researchincluding:genetic engineering and ex vivo transduction of patient cells,cell line development,vector production, R&Dand process developmentwork relating to vector production and transduction of patient cells, analysis of gene transfer efficiency and transgeneexpressionin patient cells.

We areseekingameticulous and proactiveindividual who has excellent organizational skills and strong attention as aCell Manufacturing Assistanttoassistin the aforementioned areasunder general supervision

RoleOverview:

• cGMP Manufacturing:Participate in thecGMPProduction of large-scale clinical-gradeproducts such as,NK, TCR, and T cell products

• Tech Transfer activities:Assist in the production/development and quality control of ancillary cells, such as master cell banks

• Analyze gene expressions in cell lines,primary cell lines,andresearchsamples using FACS, PCR,qPCR,etc

• Participate in process validation and tech transfer activities

• Participate in planning and discussion of laboratory projects with team leaders and managers

• Operates andmaintaincomplex laboratory equipment such as FACS machine, qPCR machine,cell washers,and bioreactors

• Complete all documentation per GDPand cGMP regulationperBTCF‘s SOPsandmaintainingdetailed experimental records

• Proactivelyparticipatein data analysis, data summary, data evaluation, and maintenance of corresponding databases inan accurateandtimelyfashion

• Development, writing and updating of SOPs and material lists

• General lab upkeepandorganization

KeyQualifications:

• BA/BS withfive(5) years related experience or MA/MS withthree(3) yearsrelated experience;previousexperience in cGMP or clinically regulated environment and knowledge of biotechnologiesarestrongly preferred.

• Must haveexperience withmolecular and/or cellular biology techniques.

• Knowledge of basic computer applications and ability to use MS Office software

Core Skills:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact across all levels in a confident, professional manner.

• Abilityto independently resolve issues and questions.

• Flexible to adapt to new projects asrequiredfor the support of the group.

• Capable of successfully prioritizing tasks.

• A good decision-maker, with proven success at taking initiative and makingtimelydecisions that keep the organization moving forward.

• Abilityto work in a fast–paced environment with a positive attitude

• Ability to carry out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions,maintainaccuraterecordsand notes.

• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Additional Information:

• Location: 417 E 68thSt, NYC

• Schedule: On-site

• Reporting to the Supervisor,BTCF

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