Cell Processing Technologist (CVPF)

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,500 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Cell Processing Technologist for its location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This role involves managing day-to-day activities for cell and gene therapy clinical trials, including operating various bioprocessing equipment and maintaining cell cultures.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science degree and have at least 0 to 1 year of related experience. Salary ranges from $40,500 to $55,000 annually, with various benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science required.
• 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate bioprocessing equipment for clinical trials.
• Prepare cell processing materials required for manufacturing.
• Document deviations and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Basic laboratory techniques

Aseptic processing

Documentation practices

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Bioprocessing equipment

Controlled rate freezer

Job description

Job Title

Cell Processing Technologist (CVPF)

Job Summary

This position carries out day‑to‑day activities related to the conduct of cell and gene therapy clinical trials. Primary responsibilities include operating bioprocessing equipment, executing routine culture maintenance and following established basic Standard Operating Procedures. This includes basic laboratory techniques suited for manufacturing of routine cellular therapy products.

Job Responsibilities

• Aseptic cell processing following established Standard Operating Procedures. Accurate documentation following Good Documentation Practices. Prepare cell processing materials, media, and raw materials required to perform cellular manufacturing processes.
• Perform required daily maintenance of clinical cell cultures. Perform cryopreservation of cell therapy products using a controlled‑rate freezer.
• Proficient operation of cell processing equipment, which may include automated cell washer, controlled rate freezer, biological safety cabinets, culture incubators, liquid nitrogen freezers, tubing welders and sealers and others as assigned.
• Compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Accurate documentation of deviations and unexpected events.
• Remain current on required trainings.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$40,500.00 - $55,000.00 Annual Rate

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

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

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.