Research Technician

Title: Cell Therapy Technician Location: Frederick, MD 21704 100% OnsiteDuration: 12 Months contractOnboarding RequirementsDuring the first 8–10 weeks of employment, all contractors are required to work, Mon - Fri, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM to complete:New Hire OrientationManufacturing OnboardingTechnical TrainingDuring training, employees will follow the client's Holiday Schedule.Upon successful completion of training, employees will be assigned to operational shifts based on departmental needs. Once deployed to a manufacturing shift, employees will be classified as essential personnel and may be required to work during company holidays and shutdown periods.Shift Schedule:Shift assignments are based on business needs and will be assigned by department leadership.Employees may work one of the following schedules:Sunday – WednesdayWednesday – SaturdayThursday – SundayAvailable ShiftsDay Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PMSwing Shift: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM or 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM Position OverviewThe Cell Therapy Technician is responsible for performing and verifying manufacturing activities associated with commercial cell therapy products. The role requires strict adherence to batch records, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.The successful candidate will collaborate closely with: Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management, Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) to execute GMP manufacturing runs and support the production of innovative cancer therapies.Key ResponsibilitiesSuccessfully troubleshoots processing and equipment issues while communicating said issues to managementCompletes required training assignments to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge and to ensure compliance with cGMP requirementsRoutinely monitors, cleans, prepares and operates sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion and filling equipment in Grade B/C clean rooms. All required PPE and gowning for classified GMP manufacturing areas are provided by the company.Finds opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controlsAbility to wear a respirator during use of certain cleaning chemicalsBasic Qualifications1+ years related experience with High School Diploma0+ years related experience with Associate’s DegreePreferred QualificationsExperience in cGMP manufacturing environmentsExperience with cell therapy, biologics, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical manufacturingFamiliarity with cleanroom operations and aseptic processingStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilities