QC Microbiology Supervisor- CAR-T

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Job Function:

Quality

Job Sub Function:

Quality Control

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently recruiting for a QC Microbiology Supervisor- CAR-T! This position will be located in Raritan, NJ. The role will fall under the following shift: Sunday-Wednesday 2pm-1am.

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (JJIM), and Legend Biotech USA Inc., have entered into a global, strategic collaboration to develop, manufacture, and commercialize a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy. This innovative strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of two companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy CAR-T platform and investigational treatment. The Quality Control Microbiology department supports manufacturing actitives while overseeing the laboratory assays.

Role Objective

The Supervisor, QC Microbiology CAR-T Manufacturing is responsible for technical execution of day-to day activities for the Quality Control Microbiology laboratory, ensuring GMP compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of specified  testing processes. They are responsible for carrying out duties in adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines (FDA, EPA, and OSHA) as well as all company and site policies and procedures. In partnership with the QC Supervisors, they also provide QC mentorship and support throughout the JJIM Supply Chain (JSC) for new initiatives, projects, product transfers, and regulatory inspections.

Major Responsibilities

• Create, review and approve relevant QC documents, SOP’s and WI’s.
• Utilize electronic systems (eLIMS) for execution and documentation of testing.

• Manages a team of analysts within the Micro QC department based on assigned work, direction, coaching and developing capabilities.

• Responsible for test method verification, qualification and/or transfer activities in the Micro QC lab.

• Participate in CAR-T manufacturing facility commissioning and qualification.

• Responsible for the approval of environmental monitoring data.

• Provide oversight of gown qualification/requalification of personnel and assist staff in cleanroom as needed.

• Maintains detailed knowledge of industry guidelines/trends, regulatory requirements, and applicable pharmacopeia while remaining current in on-the-job training requirements.

• Initiate and approve quality investigations, CAPAs, and change controls related to microbiology.
• Schedule and review all microbiology testing not limited to: compressed gas sampling, bioburden, Routine Environmental Monitoring, sterility, mycoplasma and endotoxin testing.

• Support Aseptic Process Simulations and visual inspection of components.

• Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements

 

Key Competencies/Skills/Requirements

• Aseptic processing in ISO 5 clean room and biosafety cabinets.

• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA/EU guidance related to manufacturing of cell based products.

• Detailed knowledge of routine and non-routine testing and sampling methods, techniques and related equipment for microbiological testing/assays.

• Detailed knowledge of the shop floor manufacturing process.

• Detailed knowledge of Compendial (e.g., USP, EP, JP, etc.) requirements and standards for QC Microbiology.

• Comprehensive knowledge of trending using statistical analysis.

• Ability to pay attention to details and follow the procedures.

• The candidate must be highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under some supervision.

• Good written and verbal communication skills are required.

• Proficiency in computer systems including LIMS.

• The successful candidate must maintain written records of work in the form of notebooks, technical reports and protocols.

• Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.

• Experience leading, coaching, or supervising direct or indirect personnel or teams.

• Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.

Qualifications:

 

Education:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science or equivalent technical discipline is required.

Required:

A minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience years within the biological and/or pharmaceutical industry with relevant micro experience related to manufacturing is required, preferably in a Quality Control setting. 

Direct or in-direct management experience.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation,  external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$79,000.00 - $127,650.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year

Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year