Manager, CAR-T Cell Collection Operations

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Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Remote (US)

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We are searching for the best talent for a Manager, CAR-T Cell Collection Operations to join our team in Raritan, NJ.

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

Janssen Biotech, Inc., one of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, and Legend Biotech USA Inc., have entered into a global, strategic collaboration to develop, manufacture, and commercialize a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy. This innovative strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of two companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy CAR-T platform and investigational treatment.

Supported by their direct Senior Manager, the CAR-T Cell Collection Operations Manager coordinates and maintains virtual supplier network of apheresis and cryopreservation starting material for clinical and commercial CAR-T products primarily based in United States. With subject matter expertise, they lead the technical relationship with Operating Company-level cell therapy teams and closely collaborate with commercial CAR-T teams. They will facilitate cell collection site certification activities related to apheresis and cell lab, support/provide training for technicians/nurses as needed, and facilitate near-real-time apheresis and/or cryopreservation quality investigation when required.

The Manager is responsible for effectively collaborating with "hospitals as suppliers" and completes appropriate technical analyses to ensure quality services. They will maintain positive collaborations with other operation groups, identifying options to improve performance. The Manager may implement programs to reduce supply base and achieve cost reduction goals. They will lead supplier capabilities, including capacity planning and inventory management. This role provides global and multi-site support.

• Manage and maintain commercial CAR-T apheresis and cryopreservation activities in support of  CAR-T patient commercial supply chain activities.
• Serve as primary POC for apheresis center, local cryopreservation cell laboratories, as well as, contracted third party apheresis/cryopreservation centers within assigned regions.
• Serve as apheresis…