QA Control Specialist II

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life‑threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T‑cell, T‑cell receptor (TCR‑T), and natural killer (NK) cell‑based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting‑edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta‑cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

The QA Change Control Specialist II is an exempt level position with responsibilities for providing quality oversight over the change control process within a cell‑therapy manufacturing facility to support both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile GMP environment. This role will manage change control activities throughout the lifecycle.

• Support and streamline the site change control process.
• Participate in the change control process from initiation through completion.
• Schedule and participate in the site change control review board meetings.
• Manage change control metrics reporting.
• Collaborate with functional departments to resolve issues.
• Support drafting of standard operating procedures.
• Support cross‑functional projects with many stakeholders.
• Participate in the training program for new members.
• Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.
• Review change controls, SOPs, and other documentation.
• Require minimal direction to complete tasks, knowing how to get resources and information from established internal contacts; consult with supervisor for decisions outside established processes.
• Have advanced computer skills to increase department's productivity, as well as broadening technical and scientific knowledge.
• Work in a collaborative team setting with quality counterparts that include Manufacturing Operations, Quality Control, and Operations Technical Support.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Information Science or equivalent technical discipline is required.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience is required. Preferably the candidate has experience working in a cGMP manufacturing facility, preferably in quality assurance, manufacturing compliance, clinical quality, or cell therapy.
• GxP Quality System knowledge, including relevant regulations and guidances (e.g., 21 CFR, ICH Q10, EU GDP/GMP, Part 11/Annex 11, PIC/S, MHRA).
• Operational experience with electronic quality systems.
• Familiarity with core Quality Management System processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and analytical problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• IT system lifecycle knowledge including requirements gathering, change management, implementation and continuous support is a plus.
• Flexible, highly motivated, with strong organization skills, ability to multi‑task with attention to detail.
• Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast‑paced and dynamic, growing environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accountability.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience in quality metrics reporting, analysis and process improvement techniques is a plus.
• Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Salary range: $75,972 - $99,713 USD

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