GXP Specialist or Technician I/II - Applied Gene & Cell Therapy Center

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development is seeking qualified technicians for GxP-compliant translational core laboratory operations. The roles focus on manufacturing, process development, technology transfer, and high-complexity analysis under established SOPs.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance. Hiring levels include Tech I–II–Specialist with progressive qualifications and experience requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for Tech I-GxP; 3–5 years related experience for Tech I-GxP role.
• Bachelor's degree for Tech II-GxP; 0–2 years related experience.
• Bachelor's degree for Specialist GxP; 2–5 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing- process development, technology transfer, scale-up, QA, and high complexity analysis per SOPs.
• Operations- maintain lab equipment, respond to issues, order supplies, and ensure safety.
• Compliance- maintain documentation, provide MSDS training, engage with vendors, and report findings.
• Process Improvement- follow SOPs, coordinate QA activities, and ensure assay accuracy.
• Training & Development- mentor staff and support management decisions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

• Manufacturing- manufacturing/processing activities, process development, technology transfer, scale up, quality control, and high complexity analysis as directed following established SOPs and protocols. Complete accurate and detailed records and all documentation as required for compliance to GxP. Complete and maintain training required to perform assigned tasks. Participate in the development of new assays and testing of new protocols. Modify and adapt new procedures as requested. Analyze data, perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, and interpret results. Provide qualification and validation support for manufacturing processes, equipment/instrumentation, facilities, laboratory methodology and quality assurance procedures that are essential to the GxP production and analysis of biomedical products or CAP/CLIA requirements for high complexity analysis. Maintain an active role in the laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications. Present information on research and laboratory work to others at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, and seminars.
• Operations- Perform day-to-day Translational Core Laboratory operations including cleanroom facilities maintenance and equipment maintenance plus fee-for-service support as assigned. Operate standard laboratory equipment according to protocol. Maintain and repair equipment; monitor proper use by personnel. Promptly respond to and troubleshoot erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment or facilities. Order supplies from vendors and storeroom and ensure proper storage requirements are met. Maintain stocks of chemicals and solutions. Report facility and equipment failure and alarms to laboratory management or QA team. Wear issued pager, or other communication devices, and respond to all emergency calls promptly for critical equipment failure.
• Compliance- Perform work with a high level of integrity and honesty. Practice a high level of integrity in maintaining confidentiality. Maintain required documentation systems. Provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) training according to regulations. Communicate with external vendors to obtain technical information as needed. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Provide written and oral reports to management on a regular basis. Provide appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.) Perform other duties as assigned.
• Process Improvement- Create, modify and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Protocols. Cooperate with performance improvement initiatives and other compliance activities. Interact with QA to coordinate manufacturing, processing and testing activities (i.e. production suite cleaning schedule, release of the production suite, issuance of batch record, etc.). Cooperate with Quality Assurance group to ensure the quality of product, test results and compliance. Perform assigned duties strictly according to SOP. Maintain optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Maintain required proficiency and competency requirements.
• Training & Development- Train laboratory personnel on proper laboratory and compliance techniques. Act as a mentor to more junior staff. Serve as the contact for resolution of complex issues, provide education, guidance and work direction. May provide input and feedback to managers on hiring decisions, professional development and performance management.

Primary Location

Location S

Department

Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

Job Responsibilities

• Manufacturing- manufacturing/processing activities, process development, technology transfer, scale up, quality control, and high complexity analysis as directed following established SOPs and protocols. Complete accurate and detailed records and all documentation as required for compliance to GxP. Complete and maintain training required to perform assigned tasks. Participate in the development of new assays and testing of new protocols. Modify and adapt new procedures as requested. Analyze data, perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, and interpret results. Provide qualification and validation support for manufacturing processes, equipment/instrumentation, facilities, laboratory methodology and quality assurance procedures that are essential to the GxP production and analysis of biomedical products or CAP/CLIA requirements for high complexity analysis. Maintain an active role in the laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications. Present information on research and laboratory work to others at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, and seminars.
• Operations- Perform day-to-day Translational Core Laboratory operations including cleanroom facilities maintenance and equipment maintenance plus fee-for-service support as assigned. Operate standard laboratory equipment according to protocol. Maintain and repair equipment; monitor proper use by personnel. Promptly respond to and troubleshoot erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment or facilities. Order supplies from vendors and storeroom and ensure proper storage requirements are met. Maintain stocks of chemicals and solutions. Report facility and equipment failure and alarms to laboratory management or QA team. Wear issued pager, or other communication devices, and respond to all emergency calls promptly for critical equipment failure.
• Compliance- Perform work with a high level of integrity and honesty. Practice a high level of integrity in maintaining confidentiality. Maintain required documentation systems. Provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) training according to regulations. Communicate with external vendors to obtain technical information as needed. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Provide written and oral reports to management on a regular basis. Provide appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.) Perform other duties as assigned.
• Process Improvement- Create, modify and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Protocols. Cooperate with performance improvement initiatives and other compliance activities. Interact with QA to coordinate manufacturing, processing and testing activities (i.e. production suite cleaning schedule, release of the production suite, issuance of batch record, etc.). Cooperate with Quality Assurance group to ensure the quality of product, test results and compliance. Perform assigned duties strictly according to SOP. Maintain optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Maintain required proficiency and competency requirements.
• Training & Development- Train laboratory personnel on proper laboratory and compliance techniques. Act as a mentor to more junior staff. Serve as the contact for resolution of complex issues, provide education, guidance and work direction. May provide input and feedback to managers on hiring decisions, professional development and performance management.

Development, technology transfer, scale up, manufacturing/processing/ and or testing; Qualifications and validations. Analyze data and assist others.

Job Qualifications

• Required for Technician I-GxP:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 - 5 years of work experience in a related job discipline
• or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Required for Technician II-GxP:
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 0 - 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
• Required for Specialist GxP:
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 2 - 5 years of work experience in a related job discipline

Expected Starting Range:

22.79/hr - 28.53/hr (Tech I) 55,182.40 - 69076.80 (Tech II) 63,086.40 - 80,558.40 (Specialist)

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

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