Laboratory Operations Manager

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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