QC Analyst I/II

About the role

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.

The QC Analyst is an exempt level position with responsibilities for performing QC testing related to the manufacturing of cell therapy products for clinical trials and commercial operations in a controlled GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the completion of QC testing related to the manufacturing of autologous CAR‑T products for clinical trials and commercial operation in a controlled cGMP cleanroom environment.
• Ensure testing is completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, standards and GMP regulations.
• Conduct analytical testing of raw material/utility, in‑process, or final product samples submitted to the QC laboratories.
• Perform peer review/approval of laboratory data.
• Utilize electronic systems (LIMS) for execution and documentation of testing.
• Create, review and approve relevant QC documents, SOP’s and WI’s.
• Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.
• Work in a collaborative team setting with quality counterparts that include Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, and Analytical/Process Development.
• Job duties performed require routine exposure to and handling of biological materials and hazardous chemicals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering or equivalent technical discipline is required.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience, preferably within a biological and/or pharmaceutical industry is required.
• Experience in a Quality Control setting is preferred.
• Experience with processing samples in biosafety cabinets utilizing aseptic technique is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA/EU guidance related to manufacturing of cell‑based products is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Tissue Practices