PDM Assistant

PDM Assistant School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States Thank you for your interest in Stanford University. While we have instituted a hiring pause for non-critical staff positions, we are actively recruiting for the positions currently listed on our careers page.

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DATE POSTED

3 hours ago

SCHEDULE

Full-time

JOB CODE

1015 EMPLOYEE STATUS Regular GRADE F DEPARTMENT URL REQUISITION ID 109165 WORK

ARRANGEMENT

On Site Stanford University is seeking a Clinical Process Development & Manufacturing Professional 1 to perform process development and clinical materials biomanufacturing consistent with principles of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and aligned with the clinical trial investigational phase for treating patients with incurable diseases. The person hired for this role will join a Process Development and Manufacturing team comprised of scientists, manufacturing specialists, and manufacturing associates. The specialist hired for this role will have a role focused on manufacturing cell products for the phase III clinical trials supported by Stanford investigators or outside collaborators This position entails work under Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) level conditions and adherence to corresponding requirements. LCGM is a growing, dynamic team who are dedicated to supporting translational medicine and contributing to Stanford Medicine's mission. We invite you to join our team! Learn more about our team here: med.stanford.edulcgm.html. Duties include:

• Plan, prepare for and perform human clinical materials biomanufacturing campaigns typically as a verifier. Prepare final formulated cellular products for clinical trials within production timelines and manufacturing schedules.
• Plan and perform components of process development and technology transfer for manufacturing of clinical materials, scale-upscale-out and optimization activities in transitioning and translating pre-clinical, benchtop research into phase appropriate clinical trials.
• Perform upstream and downstream components of assigned cGMP project(s)
• Identify, document and report operating excursions and facility deficiencies; make recommendations for process improvements and documentation improvements including Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and manufacturing Batch Records (BR).
• Contribute to detailed manufacturing budget; including sourcing, identifying and ensuring qualified and verified raw materials for manufacturing; outlining overall and perpatient costs for project materials and supplies.
• Devise and revise methods andor processes for SOP and Manufacturing Batch Records.
• Independently track, verify and ensure cGMP grade raw materials for biomanufacturing. Identify and plan for supply chain and raw materials lead times for scheduled campaigns.
• May prepare and submit abstracts or papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals andor presentation at scientific conferences. Present results during internal meetings.
• - Other duties may also be assigned Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the University reasonably expects to pay for a position.

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. The pay range for this position working in the California Bay area is $34.56 to $40.30 hourly..

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and following SOPs and batch records preferred
• Aseptic technique experiences desired
• Experience with cell therapy manufacturing desired
• cGMP experience is preferred

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

(REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(REQUIRED):

• Strong understanding of biological scientific principles
• Working experience with aseptic cell culture
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn quickly and master computer programs, databases and scientific applications
• Ability to work under deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain relationships and communicate effectively
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work
• Maintain knowledge of cGMP environment requirements

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• : • Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine hand manipulation, repetitive pipetting, perform desk-based computer tasks, and lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 35 pounds.

• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
• Ability to work with unpredictable manufacturing schedules.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials andor infectious diseases are present.
• Position requires working in a cGMP clean room environment.
• Position may work with viruses: lentiviruses, adeno-associated viruses, andor retroviruses.
• Position may work with human embryonic stem cells (hESCs).
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May be exposed to high voltage electricity, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise > 80dB TWA, AllergensBiohazards Chemicals, and confined spaces.

May require extended or unusual work hours based on clinical manufacturing requirements and business needs. May be required to stay at work until product is released.