Scientist, Cell Therapy Process Development

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Scientist, Cell Therapy Process Development to join a growing team passionate about autologous cell therapy for the development of innovative treatments for cancer. The position is a key part of the growing API Cell and Gene Therapy Organization located in Spring House, PA site.

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We are looking for an energetic, highly motivated and creative Scientist to join us in our mission to improve next generation CAR T cell therapy products for cancer patients. The candidate has demonstrated expertise in cell therapy process development and process innovation. In this role, they will focus on process design, automation, unit operation development, and parameter optimization studies resulting in the development of new production processes. The successful candidate will work as part of cross-functional teams supporting pre-clinical and clinical programs, focused on autologous processes.

Primary responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Independently lead and manage process development studies using sound scientific and engineering principles to develop and improve end-to-end operations used for production of autologous T-cell therapies.

• Lead phase-appropriate process development studies, identifying the process parameters and appropriate ranges that require assessment.

• Collaborate with and participate in cross-functional teams to facilitate IND, clinical Phase I/II, and BLA-enabling workstreams along with authoring regulatory sections and supporting reports.

• Communicate results in writing and oral presentations to enable key decision-making.

• Work as a key team member on shared deliverables to meet project timelines.

• Timely and detailed documentation and completion of electronic laboratory notebooks

• Cultivate a working environment that encourages the company's commitment to equal employment opportunity and the value of a diverse work force.