The Cell Therapy- Quality Control (QC) Scientist acts as a team member of the Quality Control department to support technology transfer, validation, and/or investigation projects. Subject Matter Expert for one or more disciplines, with a focus on cell therapy (i.e. flow cytometry, ViCell, cell culture). Technical writer of test methods, protocols, and reports. Acts as advisor to junior staff to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Provides guidance to junior staff to achieve goals in accordance with established policies.

Key Accountabilities and Duties:

• Document writing for transfers/validations/investigations
• Perform assay work for transfers/validations/investigations
• Leads set up and verification of electronic equipment/templates/forms for transfers/validations
• Attending project team meetings
• Independently drive projects to on-time completion
• Other – such as leading OE initiatives, Improvements, hiring of staff
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor degree and/or Advanced Graduate degree (MS/PhD)
• Preferred area of study: Microbiology, Biochemistry or equivalent Science Field
• Preferred advanced years in a GMP/Professional environment
• Use of Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Use of Laboratory computerized systems such as plate readers and chromatography platforms
• Use of GMP Quality Systems such as: TrackWise
• Very strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Able to speak and convey messages and or information publicly.
• Makes quality decisions independently and also with guidance from Manager
  

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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