QC Microbiology Tech II

Job Description

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

As a QC Microbiology Tech II, at Gilead you will ...

Key responsibilities

• Performs environmental and/or utility monitoring and sampling as a primary function.
• Performs routine and non‑routine collection and testing of raw materials, intermediates, final product, validation‑related, and critical utility samples according to SOPs.
• Receives, quarantines, and stores purchased microbiological media pending laboratory release. Monitors bio hazardous waste and coordinates its removal with qualified safety personnel.
• Participates in validation and commercial/developmental manufacturing activities. Reviews and issues Environmental Notifications based on raw data, and validated electronic data acquisition systems.
• Represents QC for area of specialization in site meetings.
• Supports testing of solid oral dosage, packaging component testing, raw material and sterile product testing.
• Troubleshoots standard instrumentation/test methods.
• Performs activities in support of final product release testing (e.g. tests applicable for endotoxin, sterility, and toxicity) and raw material testing (e.g. microbial limits, endotoxin, and potency) where required.
• Performs activities in support of environmental monitoring including surface viable air, non‑viable air and personnel monitoring.
• Performs activities in support of bioburden testing of water and product; and conductivity and chemical testing of compressed gases.

Basic qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience and a High School diploma.
• Relevant experience including internship with a BS degree, or degree in related field.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience in biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Prior lab experience preferred.
• Basic Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Basic Knowledge of general Microbiology techniques such as gram staining, aseptic technique, and plate streaking technique.
• Knowledge of USP and other regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• LIMS proficiency.
• Technical training on environmental monitoring of facility and utility system.

The salary range for this position is: $64,600.00 - $83,600.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.

Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long‑term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA.

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