Associate Scientist, MSAT (Cell & Gene Therapy)
Job Location:
Somerset, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and one day curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater New Jersey we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies including autologous allogeneic and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) T-cell receptor (TCR-T) natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites we are committed to discovering and developing safe effective and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.
Legend Biotech is seeking an Associate Scientist Global MSAT Automation as part of the Global Manufacturing & Technology team based in Somerset NJ.
Role Overview
Legend Biotech is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Associate Scientist to join our Global MSAT Automation team. This role combines cell therapy manufacturing studies with basic lab operations supporting automated instrument workflow studies and managing inventory and availability of materials in a fast-paced GMP-regulated environment.
You will play a critical part in keeping our cell therapy manufacturing automation lab running smoothly. From operating advanced automated instruments to maintaining real-time inventory you will work cross-functionally with automation development teams and procurement upholding the highest standards of GMP compliance and aseptic techniques.
Key Responsibilities
- Cell Therapy Processing Support Perform cell culture enrichment maintenance and analytical assays using cell therapy manufacturing processes automated platforms and instruments.
- Ordering & Procurement Manage the full ordering lifecycle via designated lab inventory platforms including processing material requests and tracking shipments. Knowledge of cell therapy manufacturing materials is required.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in biology Biotechnology or a related life sciences field (masters preferred).
- 2 years of hands-on experience in cell therapy manufacturing operations or GMP biologics/cell manufacturing development (CAR-T stem cell or autologous/allogeneic therapies strongly preferred).
- High proficiency in aseptic techniques within a Grade B cleanroom environment.
- Working knowledge of cold-chain logistics short-shelf-life material handling and storage optimization.
- Excellent organizational communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic high throughput setting.
- Experience ordering and managing materials specific to cell therapy manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with lab inventory software featuring barcoding real-time tracking and automated reorder workflows.
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The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience skills qualifications and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.
Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.
Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical dental and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time personal time sick time floating holidays and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts life and AD&D insurance short- and long-term disability coverage legal assistance and supplemental plans such as pet critical illness accident and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits family planning and care resources well-being initiatives and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered supported and inspired to do their best work.
Pay Range (Base Pay):
$83711 - $104637 USD
Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.
Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair transparent and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth related medical conditions and lactation) gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Legend Biotech is a global, commercial-stage biotechnology company developing and manufacturing novel therapies. We explore and apply innovative technologies to deliver cutting-edge options for patients around the world.
