Senior Quality Control Technician

Posted Job Title

Senior Quality Control Technologist (CVPF) (Center for Cellular Immunotherapy)

Job Profile Title

Quality Control Technologist Senior

Job Description Summary

This position will support Quality Control clinical testing activities for cell and gene therapy clinical trials to treat patients with cancer and HIV supported by the Clinical Cell and Vaccine Production Facility (CVPF) at the University of Pennsylvania. This position reports to the Quality Control Team lead with primary responsibilities that include but are not limited to: performing clinical release testing via quality control assays, ex vivo culture assays and performing environmental monitoring via incubation & enumeration as needed. This position operates under GMP conditions. Candidates will be responsible for accurately gathering data, adhering to protocols, and ensuring data integrity. Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to: method, equipment, reagent and supply validation and/or qualification. This position is an Essential University employee and is required to report to work in times of inclement weather and University closure.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct QC release test assays as assigned according to the clinical production schedule
• Ensure data collected is verified, complete and consistent. Qualification of critical raw materials. Train more junior staff in QC test assays
• Recommend SOP revision as needed to improve and streamline QC testing platform. Develop new SOPs as needed to improve clinical testing. Train more junior staff in QC test assays. Evaluate contractors, services, computer programs, reagents, supplies or other materials for suitability
• Recommend, implement and maintain improvements to optimize QC testing platform. Lead projects to design, execute, and implement validation plans in collaboration with principal investigators and researchers for the successful large scale expansion and enrollment of new clinical trials
• Draft validation plans, scientific information records as needed for improvements to QC testing platform
• Compile data and review documents as requested. Data entry and verification into databases for cell and gene therapy clinical trials
• Attend departmental meetings, report updates, provide feedback to improve current database management systems
• Keep current on required trainings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Immunology, or relevant scientific field with min 18 months of laboratory experience (or equivalent) is required. Direct experience with cell culture, microbiology, flow cytometry, or functional assays is preferred.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  Previous demonstrated experience working with clinical trials and clinical product release testing is a plus. Efficient time management, excellent organizational & record keeping skills, and ability to multi-task at a given time are essential. Flexibility to work weekends is required.  Position is contingent upon funding. 

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School

Perelman School of MedicinePay Range

$60,955.00 - $65,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Equal Opportunity Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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