Cell Therapy Manufacturing Associate I

Organabio,-LL; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OrganaBio in San Diego, CA, seeks a Cell Therapy Manufacturing Associate I to perform routine cell isolation and cryopreservation under GLP and cGMP, following Batch Production Records (BPR) and Standing Operator Procedures (SOP).

You will work in ISO 7/8 clean rooms, handle cord blood and leukapheresis materials, and maintain accurate documentation while supporting manufacturing and client needs. Training provided for GMP, with cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in science related field preferred.
• Laboratory experience with basic lab procedures.
• Sterile technique and handling human biospecimens recommended.
• Familiarity with cell culture and GMP principles preferred.
• Ability to perform cell counting, viability, and concentration calculations.
• Strong teamwork and clear communication required.

Responsibilities

• Operate under GLP and cGMP manufacturing conditions.
• Perform media preparation, cell isolation, counting, formulation, centrifugation, and freezing.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and documentation per GMP standards.
• Document batch records and SOPs accurately and timely.
• Perform equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Conduct laboratory testing including flow cytometry and cell counting.
• Manage inventory and release of materials for shipment to customers.
• Process cord blood and leukapheresis materials under cGMP and GLP.
• Analyze manufacturing data and report deviations to leadership.
• Update manufacturing spreadsheets and ensure document readiness for management.

Skills

Lab experience

Sterile technique

Cell culture familiarity

GMP knowledge

Calculations

Team collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Associates degree in science related field

Tools

Flow cytometer

Centrifuge

Incubator

Biosafety cabinet

Automated cell counter

Job description

OrganaBio was founded in 2018 with the mission to become the hub for tissue sourcing, clinical sample processing and contract manufacturing services to support cell and gene therapy developers around the globe. At our core, we continually apply a data-driven approach with meaningful insights across our strategically located facilities to provide solutions to our clients where they need it most. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, OrganaBio delivers products and services that span the full development lifecycle – from proprietary tissue supply chains and cellular starting materials to expert development, testing, and other support services that expedite the path to clinical translation. This position is located at Excellos Labs in San Diego, CA.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cell Therapy Manufacturing Associate I is responsible for performing routine cell isolation and cryopreservation procedures under Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The Associate will be responsible for performing operator and verifier activities following Batch Production Records (BPR) and Standing Operator Procedures (SOP).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates under GLP and cGMP manufacturing conditions.
• Perform routine manufacturing tasks, including media preparation, cell isolation, cell counting, formulation, centrifugation, and freezing.
• Responsible for participating in the maintenance of critical supplies, equipment, product testing, product storage and product distribution.
• Complete and ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with GMP standards across batch records, forms, and protocols
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of lab equipment and environment.
• Performs laboratory testing utilizing various analytical techniques including flow cytometry and cell counting.
• Performs ordering, stocking, and release of supplies/materials to maintain supply inventory levels.
• Handles finished goods inventory and prepares cellular products and relevant documentation for shipment to customers.
• Receives and processes cord blood and leukapheresis materials under cGMP and GLP.
• Analyzes and performs calculations to assess results of manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for accurate documentation of laboratory tasks in compliance with Excellos Labs’ quality plan and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Responsible for daily updating of manufacturing spreadsheets, review of completed documents, addressing corrections, and communication of document readiness to management.
• Responsible for documenting and reporting deviations to department leadership.
• Adheres to production schedules to ensure on-time production logistics and fulfillment of client requests.
• Participate in departmental and organizational projects and meetings and educational programs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Must work with living human cells and various chemicals.
• ISO 7 and ISO 8 clean room facilities, including sterile gowning garments
• Normal laboratory environment with biohazard precautions.
• Must work with living cells, various chemicals, and liquid nitrogen.
• May be exposed to blood or bodily fluids that may be capable of transmitting diseases.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals.
• May be called on to work or attend meetings at other than routinely scheduled hours.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand or sit long hours.
• Must be able to work on a computer 4 - 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Laboratory processing equipment (examples include, but are not limited to: centrifuges, heat sealers, sterile connecting devices, biosafety cabinets, automated cell counters, flow cytometers, incubators, bioreactors, cell separators).
• Normal office equipment such as: telephone, computer, cell phone, printer, copier, fax, scanner.
• General laboratory equipment (examples include, but are not limited to: barcode scanners, scales, shippers, refrigerators, freezers).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• An Associates degree in science related field is preferred.

Skills:

• Laboratory experience with working knowledge of basic lab procedures.
• Previous experience with sterile technique and handling human biospecimens.
• Familiarity with standard cell culture methods is preferred Excellos will train an acceptable candidate
• Basic understanding of aseptic technique and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform calculations including cell concentration determination, % viability, weight measurements, and volume.
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and to communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet critical timelines.
• Ability to work, learn, adapt, and execute in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Biotech certificate valued, not required

This position works 4 x 10 hour days: Tuesday - Friday.