Senior Process Engineer

Position Summary

The Senior Process Engineer, Process Development is a laboratory-based role responsible for supporting the development of clinical manufacturing processes for engineered T cell products. You will collaborate multi-functionally to ensure the development of these products into a cGMP environment, while also working to maintain and further improve production processes in the clinical setting. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA, and reports to the Associate Director, Process Development.

Responsibilities

• Process Development: Aid in the development, optimization, and characterization of cell therapy manufacturing processes by leading projects and workstreams.

• Perform cell culture of T cells in multiple formats including flasks, bags, and bioreactors.

• Define appropriate studies regarding process investigations to support manufacturing activities and regulatory filings.

• Prepare experimental proposals, technical reports, SOPs, and manufacturing batch records.

• Collaborate within the project team to interpret study results and contribute to technical discussions for subsequent study design.

• Aid in the identification of new bioprocessing technologies and their implementation in cGMP manufacturing processes.

• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and regulations and practical experience in GMP

• Knowledge of QbD, DOE, and statistical analysis tools (e.g. JMP, MiniTab).

• Experience in primary human cell culture. Experience with T cells.

• BS degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology or related field with 6 years OR MS degree with 4 years OR PhD with 1-year relevant industry experience.

• Experience in technical development of cell and gene therapy or biologics in early and late-stage development.

• Hands-on experience in cell and gene therapy, specifically in T cells.

• Experience with Flow Cytometry is highly desirable.

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The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $97,175-$145,762. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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