Laboratory Operations Manager

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company is seeking a Lab Technical Operations Specialist in Hillsboro, OR. This role is crucial for CAR‑T and PSC process development, requiring expertise in laboratory cell culture and strong data management skills. Key responsibilities include executing CAR‑T processes, documenting experiments per Good Documentation Practices, and coordinating logistics for laboratory samples. Ideal candidates should have experience in laboratory techniques and proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks. Competitive compensation and a contract position offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ELNs, preferably Benchling.
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Responsibilities

• Execute CAR‑T process on donor materials.
• Support process improvement for CAR‑T and PSC processes.
• Document experiments in Benchling ELN following GDP.
• Manage in‑process and analytical data transcription.

Skills

Laboratory cell culture

Data entry

Data verification

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Benchling electronic laboratory notebook

Job description

Lab Technical Operations Specialist – Hillsboro, OR

Duration: 12 Months+

Shift: 1st Shift

Pay range: $25-$30/hr (W2)

We are looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing our CAR‑T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the ADA CAR‑T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
• Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR‑T processes.
• Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs.
• Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors.
• Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes.
• Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN.
• Manage in‑process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool.
• Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends.
• Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations.
• Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels.
• Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third‑party testing partners.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR‑T, PSC, and RPE process.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling.
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification.
• Experience or comfort collaborating with cross‑functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics).
• Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Science and Research

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing