Selecta Biosciences Frederick , MD 21705
Posted 2 weeks ago
Summary
The QA Specialist reporting to Senior Director, QA will support manufacturing operations from clinical to commercial day to day, reviewing batch records, review documents for manufacturing teams to resolve issues and ultimately review and release batches. This person will have a high level of organization skills and be a critical thinker possessing a willing and able to pitch in where needed perspective and approach.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
Quality supporting manufacturing operations - Clinical to start and in the future commercial - day to day, continuing review of batch records, reviewing documents for manufacturing teams to resolve any quality issues and ultimately review and release batches
Assist in implementing and maintaining the quality systems programs including but not limited to:
Deviation management
Change control
Corrective and preventative action
Material controls/material management
Conduct batch record review for clinical and commercial product manufacturing
Maintain approved labeling materials and process/distribute per company procedures
Under limited direction and supervision, create, review, and revise standard operating procedures
Support and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Participate in team meetings and make recommendations related to changes in processes, process improvements and provide suggestions as needed
Assist in the internal audits as required
Other duties, as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, required
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry experience
Background in one or more specialties of biotechnology: bioprocess, cell technology, biomedical engineering, cell therapy, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, process development, cell biology, chemical engineering, and/or biochemical engineering
Experience executing validations plans and reviewing validation protocols, reports and technical documents.
Process Excellence training, preferred
ASQ certification, preferred
Familiarity with inspection methods and techniques, preferred
Knowledge and experience with standard bioprocessing skills as well as use and maintenance of common laboratory procedures and equipment, preferred
May be required to work evenings, off-hours, holidays or extended periods of time
Will spend a portion of time in clean room environment to provide oversight to manufacturing operations and will be required to meet applicable gowning and personal protective equipment guidelines
Work Environment:
The position requires hands-on work setting up and operating equipment in R&D and manufacturing environments. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to Cartesian's policies, rules and regulations is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee handles hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, shoes, and lab coat. Position may require extended periods of standing.
Selecta Biosciences