Lead, Cell Therapy Mfg Associate

We have an exciting new job opportunity for a Lead Cell Therapy Manufacturing Associate (CTMA) in the Bloodworks Northwest Advanced Therapies department. The Lead CTMA is responsible for coordinating daily workflow while performing hands-on cell processing, cryopreservation, and testing. You will guide staff by providing explanatory information and operational expertise; demonstrate approachability, effective communication skills, and a positive attitude with a strong willingness to contribute to the development and implementation of department goals; perform advanced-level troubleshooting and staff training/mentoring; and act as shift supervisor and “next responsible individual” in the absence of management. This role requires a strong communicator who can effectively guide teams, foster collaboration, and ensure smooth manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to work well within a diverse team. The schedule for this position is Sun-Wed, 7:30 am – 6:00 pm.  This is a 6-month temporary position with the potential for permanent hire.  This temporary position is not benefits-eligible. Hourly wages range from $38.96-$60.85, dependent on education and experience. The BW Advanced Therapies department is a GMP-compliant laboratory dedicated to helping patients by producing high-quality hematopoietic stem cell products. Located in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood, we provide clinical-use stem cell products to medical facilities across the world. As part of Bloodworks NW, our mission is to save lives through research, innovation, education, and excellence in blood, medical, and laboratory services in partnership with our community. If you share these values, we encourage you to apply.   REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  Qualify as Testing Personnel, Moderate Complexity Testing, under CLIA personnel requirements found in Subpart M of the Code of Federal Regulations (Education and training requirements as defined below)  Bachelor of Science in medical technology, laboratory science, chemical, physical, or biological science (or equivalent combination of education and experience).  In addition, three years of departmental work experience. Relevant experience and accomplishments may be considered instead of departmental work experience.  Proficient in all basic and applicable advanced functions of Cell Technologist or Cell Therapy Manufacturing Associate I, II, and III.  Create, modify, maintain, and transmit electronic records in a controlled and approved manner in conformance with FDA requirements.   Specific job skills include, but are not limited to:  Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.  Perform basic mathematics (occasional) and advanced mathematics (rare).  Strong technical aptitude in manufacturing and other site-specific processes.  Demonstrate leadership skills and work effectively in a team-orientated environment and with staff from other departments.  Demonstrate self-accountability and hold others to the same standard.  Model a high level of professionalism, best practices, and teamwork behavior.  Provide customer service (rare), train, teach, supervise, and mentor others (frequent).  Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.  Demonstrate strong time management and organization skills; demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task to meet time expectations.  Perform the in-process review, ensuring QA/RA standards are met.  Ability to adhere to a series of complex process steps involving interaction with multiple computer systems and physical handling of inventory.  Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and analyze issues related to the processing of blood components.  Comprehension of the criticality of the blood components being prepared for transfusion, the financial value of blood components being handled, and the necessity to follow all regulatory rules and regulations (AABB, CFR, EU, CLIA, HIPAA, and State) including       FDA’s “Good Manufacturing Practices” in all work activities.  Ability to maintain a high productivity rate, measured in a variety of ways including but not limited to electronic entries and completing assignments on time. Take initiative to assist coworkers as time allows while maintaining your assignment. Must be able to effectively prioritize activities, and to continuously re-prioritize to accommodate tight deadlines and a varying workload; must be able to work effectively under stress and demonstrate initiative. Performance of multiple tasks concurrently while also addressing multiple interruptions. React quickly and effectively to changing operational needs. Prioritization of workload according to operational requirements and workflow.  Required mental activities involve the continuous use of teamwork, interpersonal skills, decision-making, mentoring, and the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English (all used frequently). Required mental activities used less frequently include creativity, customer service, independent judgment and/or independent action, the performance of basic mathematics, and the performance of accurate proofreading and correct spelling (all used occasionally); and the use of discretion, presentations/teaching, problem analysis, negotiation, the performance of basic mathematics and programming (all used rarely). Required physical activities include frequent standing, walking, talking, reaching, feeling, hearing, handling, and repetitive motions of hands/wrists. Required physical activities used less frequently include stooping, sitting, bending, and repetitive motions of feet (all used occasionally); and kneeling, crawling, and climbing (all used rarely). The ability to push and pull an average of 200 pounds with mechanical assistance is required, as is the ability to lift and carry an average of 25 pounds throughout the day. Significant manual dexterity is required to operate various instruments and to perform required data entry.   WORKING CONDITIONS This is a highly regulated position and is subject to meeting various regulatory agency and accrediting body rules and regulations.  These may include but are not limited to, FDA, AABB, CLIA, and CAP. Telecommuting is not offered in this role. Job conditions to be expected include overnight on-call status (occasional), constant standing, and extensive close work with computer screens (frequent). Ability to work scheduled “on-call” shifts and occasional overtime as needed for team and client support. Ability to work scheduled holidays and weekends. Bloodworks is a community-supported non-profit organization. As such, from time to time incumbents can expect to work with volunteers. As this is an essential position with direct responsibility to donors and/or patients, the incumbent should be prepared to work extended and/or consecutive shifts and/or possibly at a different location during periods of inclement weather or other emergencies.  This position has direct exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Benefits and Perks: Employees regularly scheduled for 24 hours per week are covered by medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with family coverage also available. Also able to participate in retirement plans (401a & 403b), consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service), subsidized transit program, and educational reimbursement.  Candidates hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for a relocation assistance bonus* *Conditions apply

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