Scientist I - Quality Control

Overview of Andelyn Biosciences

Andelyn Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) focused on advancing novel gene therapies from concept to commercialization. Located in the heart of Columbus, OH, the company has expanded to three buildings with more than 250,000 combined square feet of space. The Andelyn Corporate Center (ACC) is dedicated for cGMP manufacturing, the Andelyn Development Center (ADC) for preclinical non-cGMP activities, and the Andelyn Plasmid Center (APC) for research and cGMP plasmid production.

Our Values are founded in our origin story.

The name “Andelyn” is a hybrid of two gene therapy patients who participated in pivotal Phase I clinical trials at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Andrew received the first U.S. investigational gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in 2006. Evelyn received experimental gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy in 2015. “Andelyn” combines their names to represent all the families who have courageously participated in the research that makes today’s gene therapies possible.

Through this journey, we have been able to accelerate the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies to bring more treatments to more patients. We are Pioneering Solutions that Turn Hope into Reality™ through our ACCTSions.

ACCOUNTABLE in our actions.

CURIOUS to discover.

COMPASSIONATE in our thinking.

TRUSTWORTHY in our communications.

SUPPORTIVE of one another.

Employees are expected to perform the following essential functions under the framework of our ACCTSions.

What you will do.

The GMP Quality Control (QC) Scientist I will perform assigned tasks to support the daily operations of the GMP QC laboratory. The primary objective is to ensure that all activities within the GMP QC laboratory facility comply with the requisite regulations (21 CFR Part 211 Subpart I, 21 CFR Part 11, et. al.). Working in close collaboration with QC Management, and senior QC staff the Scientist I will aid all day-to-day lab operations, including project and timeline management, materials management, assisting with laboratory investigations, SOP generation and revision, and assay performance. The Scientist I will aid QC Management in ensuring that their assigned tasks are performed by following appropriate regulatory practices, analytical methods, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for GMP.

• Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase appropriate material in the CMF
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
• Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to cultivate and enact strategic direction of the GMP area including determination of schedule and project timelines/capabilities
• Provides QC Management with all laboratory data generated from QC laboratory tasks, including in-process, release, and stability testing. Manages and reviews the compilation of all data and ensures its correctness
• Assists in shipment and communications with all external QC laboratory activities in coordination with QC Supervisor
• Assists QC Management with the management of laboratory investigations, the QC portion of deviation investigations, OOS results, process change controls, and required process SOP revision and remediation
• Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means
• Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure new projects and technologies are sought for incorporation into the GMP area
• Respond to, and take action from, alarm notifications from the applicable monitoring system(s) for laboratory temperature-controlled storage units that occur at any point during the assigned period of responsibility
• Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase-appropriate material in the CMF
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
• Attention to detail in all job functions
• Operates in alignment with established policies, procedures, and techniques, requiring relevant training, practical experience, or a working knowledge of the tasks involved.
• Identifies problems and performs tasks as assigned
• Work under the general supervision of senior staff and leadership
• Works in a diverse and collaborative team environment utilizing clear communication to deliver high productivity and contributes to the success of the team and goals
• Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs
• Make decisions based on established procedures
• Nominal fiscal responsibility
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring to the team.

• Must possess a relevant four-year degree, background in the life sciences, biotechnology, or gene therapy industries preferred
• No minimum experience
• Experience in highly regulated field preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change
• Must be literate in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks
• Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

What you can expect when working at Andelyn.

• The pride of contributing to the development and manufacturing of life-saving therapies
• The invaluable experience of being a part of building the foundation of a new organization.
• The opportunity to work alongside experts that have over 10 years in the gene therapy field.
• Competitive compensation
• Eligible day one for medical, dental and vision insurance plans with basic vision at 100% company-paid
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off annually
• 11 Company Paid Holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually.
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Company Paid short and long-term disability.
• 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Company Paid LinkedIn Learning access.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible work options (role specific)

Andelyn Biosciences embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. As an organization, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone ACCTS.