CELL THERAPY TECHNOLOGIST I

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffitt Cancer Center in Florida is seeking a Cell Therapy Technologist I to perform cellular product processing and assays under minimal supervision. You will work with aseptic technique and contribute to cGMP/cGTP, FACT, CAP, and AABB regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include performing qualitative and quantitative assays (flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR), handling fresh and frozen cellular products, documenting steps in SOPs, and supporting multiple clinical trials in adoptive cell therapy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Medical Technology or Biological Science.
• One or more years of cell therapy or related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in diverse biological processes with good documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to multiple projects within a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform cellular product processing using multiple processing, cell culture, and separation techniques under minimal supervision.
• Complete qualitative and quantitative assays on cell therapy products including flow cytometry, qPCR and ELISA.
• Comply with cGMP/cGTP, FACT, CAP and AABB regulatory standards for cellular therapy production and analysis.
• Identify problems affecting product testing performance and follow SOPs and policies.
• Handle fresh and frozen cellular products for shipment and infusion; maintain aseptic technique in a clean room.
• Contribute to multiple clinical trials in the cell therapy area.

Skills

Cell culture

Aseptic technique

Adoptive Cell Therapy

Documentation practices

Communication

ELISA

qPCR

Flow cytometry

Automated cell counting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Biological Science

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

qPCR

Automated cell counting

Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.SummaryThe Cell Therapy Technologist I, working with minimal supervision, will be responsible for performing cellular product processing using multiple processing and separation techniques. The Cell Therapy Technologist I is able to perform qualitative and quantitative assays on cell therapy products. Performed duties must adhere to aseptic technique when involving any cellular product production. The Cell Therapy Technologist I is required to document each step of a process and/or procedure per the facility's standard operating procedures and policies. The Cell Therapy Technologist I complies to the facility's standard operating procedures and policies which incorporate the cGMP/ cGTP, FACT, CAP and AABB regulatory standards applicable to cellular therapy product production and analysis. Must be trained and proficient in 5 or more technologist processes according to the Cell Therapy Training procedure. Must demonstrate the ability to gather data for the management team and project leaders.Position Highlights: • Opportunity to join a NCI designated comprehensive cancer center in production of novel cellular therapy treatments for cancer patients • Participation in cutting edge adoptive cellular therapy treatments which include the culture and activation of immune cells to return to patients • Develop and perform assays on cellular products for safety and function • Involvement in the rapidly growing multiple clinical trials within the cell therapy area. The Ideal Candidate • Experience in cell culture and aseptic technique. • Working knowledge of Adoptive Cell Therapy • Understanding of good documentation practices and requirements • The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, engaged, and will work closely with members of the Cell Therapy Team. • Exhibit interest and excitement in participating in the production of cellular products • Proficiency in ELISA, qPCR, Flow cytometry, and automated cell counting methods. Responsibilities: • Working with minimal supervision, perform cellular product processing using multiple processing, cell culture, and separation techniques. • Complete qualitative and quantitative assays on cell therapy products including flow cytometry, qPCR and ELISA. • Comply with the facility's standard operating procedures and policies which incorporate the cGMP/cGTP, FACT, CAP and AABB regulatory standards applicable to cellular therapy product production and analysis. • Identify problems that may adversely affect product or testing performance and follow the Cell Therapies Facility standard operating procedures and policies whenever product processing or analytic testing are not within the defined acceptable criteria and/or levels of performance. • Handle fresh and frozen cellular products for shipment and infusion. • Maintain aseptic technique and work within a clean room environment. • Other duties as assigned. Credentials and Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or other Biological Science. • One or more years of cell therapy or related experience. • Demonstrated competency in diverse biological processes following good documentation practices. • Demonstrated ability to work independently to achieve expected outcomesSalary Range$35.30 - $53.79Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.Moffitt Career SiteIf you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,then we have a place for you!1. 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