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Cell Therapy Processing Technician

Are you looking for a patient-focused company that will inspire you and support your career? If so, be empowered to take charge of your future at Takeda. Join us as a Cell Processing Technician, Cell Therapy in our Cambridge office.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.

As a Cell Processing Technician, working on the Cell Therapy GMP Manufacturing team, you will be empowered to support the manufacturing of Takeda’s Cell Therapy products and work with cross-functional peers to support clean room activities.

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

The primary focus of the Cell Processing Technician role will be cGMP cell therapy manufacturing at Takeda’s new cell processing facility in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position will directly contribute to the successful delivery of novel cell products in support of human clinical trials.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support execution of unit operations for manufacturing of patient therapies according to standard operating procedures and cGMP, regulatory and safety requirements.
• Perform operations in a cleanroom environment, using proper controls to assure aseptic processing: includes gowning, cleaning, and isolation procedures
• Perform supporting operations as needed including preparation of consumables, media blending, cleaning, environmental monitoring, and document activities in appropriate electronic system according to cGMP guidelines and good documentation practices
• Support completion of all daily manufacturing tasks following standard operating procedures and batch document instructions, completing forms, reports, logs and records of equipment, and batches as required
• Perform quarterly cleaning of all BSC and manufacturing equipment within the cleanroom and document in appropriate record according to standard operating procedures
• Ensure all training assignments are complete and up to date, to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge
• Actively participate in problem identification, problem solving, and change initiatives in cooperation with other teams and functions
• Ability to maintain Grade B gowning qualifications to support cleanroom activities
• Ensure manufacturing equipment and required materials are available, maintained, and qualified as required for the different manufacturing activities

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in biotechnology, biology, engineering or related pharmaceutical science and 0+ years relevant cell processing experience in Manufacturing or Process Development.
• Previous hands-on experience in a cGMP or clinically regulated environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Teamwork – Ability to work well in a highly cross-functional team environment
• Communication - Able to expresses one’s self clearly and concisely within team; documents issues and/or concerns concisely with colleagues; timely and effectively communicates issues to supervisor
• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills - Able to troubleshoot critical issues or problems and determine causes and possible solutions using appropriate information
• Organization – Exercises good time management and prioritization skills and can successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Motivated – Self-motivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is generally performed in a GMP manufacturing facility and may require extended periods of standing (4 hours)
• Ability to lift, pull, or push equipment requiring up to 25-50 lbs. of force
• Ability to work weekends when necessary

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company match of charitable contributions
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs

Empowering Our People to Shine

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Salary Range: $54,000.00 to $78,000.00, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees may also be eligible for Short-term and Long-Term Incentive benefits as well. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

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