Associate Scientist, Analytical Ops: Sample Management - Biotech

Associate Scientist, Analytical Ops:
Sample Management - Biotech

Location:

United States, California, Santa Monica.

Department:
Process/Product Development & Operations.

Employment Type:

Regular.

Kite Pharma’s Analytical Development, Testing and Logistics (T&L) team is recruiting an Associate Scientist to support sample management, routine testing and other activities (e.g., LIMS maturation), as needed. The individual will report to the Manager of the Analytical Development’s Sample Management team, and will be responsible for management of storing materials, in‑process samples and final products. The individual will also receive material from various departments and input proper documentation into our laboratory data management systems.

In addition, this individual will conduct some routine testing, using various laboratory methods (e.g., ELISA, Molecular Biology), operational excellence and reagents. This role will require reporting on site, 5 days per week, and occasional weekend support will be required.

• Cryopreserve cell therapy samples from clinical trial and development programs
• Inventory samples and retrieve samples for analytical testing
• Work with different departments to create sample processing and sampling requirements
• Support sample management for routine in‑process testing
• Perform data documentation to capture sample processing procedures and sample parameters
• Perform cell counting/viability, data analysis, for cell samples
• Provide training to team members on sample and inventory management systems
• Draft/revise SOPs and work instructions for sample management activities
• Project lead for improvement projects (i.e., Operational Excellence) within the team
• Conduct some laboratory testing (e.g., ELISA, Molecular Biology)
• Other responsibilities , as assigned
• Onsite 5 days a week, and occasional weekend support will be required

• 4+ years of experience with a BA or BS degree in chemistry, biology, or related scientific field
• 2+ years of experience with an MS degree in chemistry or biology, or related scientific field

• Proficiency with aseptic technique
• Prior biological sample management experience, is a plus
• Knowledge of general lab assays is required (e.g., Cell culture, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, Molecular Biology), but hands‑on experience is preferred
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures, with attention to detail
• Basic to intermediate understanding of sample collection, processing protocols, and shipping condition requirements
• Experience with maintaining inventory, across multiple, critical equipment temperature‑controlled units
• Understanding of GxP requirements
• Ability to think critically, and demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Meaningful organizational and record‑keeping skills
• Comfortable in an exciting environment , and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of the initial job description
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Previous customer service experience, is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is essential, and knowledge in LIMS systems (e.g., Benchling, Lab Vantage) and languages (e.g., R and Python), is a plus