RCI-GILD-0504 Cell Therapy Technician & Specialist - Frederick, MD

(100 Open Positions!)

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We are seeking highly motivated Cell Therapy Professionals (Specialists and Technicians) to join Cell Therapy Manufacturing team at a brand-new, state-of-the-art commercial facility in Frederick, Maryland.

Are you passionate about making an impact on people’s lives? Would you be excited to work for a company leading the way in developing and producing unique, innovative immunotherapies? Do you have a background in cGMP manufacturing? If the answer is yes, we’d like to consider you!

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Job Code:

RCI-GILD-0504 (Note: Job code may vary due to multiple openings)

Duration: 6 Months contract/ Temp-to-Permanent (100 Open Positions!)

Job Title: Cell Therapy Technician & Cell Therapy Specialist (100 Open Positions)

Company: Leading Global Biopharmaceutical Company

Location: Frederick, MD (On-Site Only)

Job Type: Temp-to-Permanent (100 Open Positions!)

Schedule: Full-time, 4 days/10 hours

Compensation:

• Cell Therapy Specialist (CTS): $32.00/hr
• Cell Therapy Technician (CTT): $27.00/hr
• Bonus: Refer, help someone and earn a Referral Bonus
• Interview Process: Fast-tracked! Single virtual 1-panel interview

Job Summary:

In these roles, you will perform and/or verify tasks associated with the manufacture of commercial products following batch records and standard operating procedures (SOPs). You will ensure safe, compliant operations and work as part of a team to execute GMP runs in close collaboration with Materials Management, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Preferred Experience:

• Strong hands-on experience in a cGMP, highly regulated, or pharmaceutical environment.
• Proven expertise in aseptic techniques and working within sterile / cleanroom environments.
• Practical experience with buffer and/or media preparation.

Schedule & Training:

• Initial Training (First 6-10 weeks): Monday–Friday (07:30 AM – 4:00 PM) for New Hire Orientation and Manufacturing Onboarding Technical Training. (Note: During this period, employees will observe the client Holiday Schedule).
• Post-Training Shift Schedule: Deployed onto a 4-day/10-hour shift as needed by department leadership. Shifts include:
• Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, or Thurs-Sun)
• Swing Shift 1: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, or Thurs-Sun)
• Swing Shift 2: 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM (Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, or Thurs-Sun)
• Important: Once deployed to shift, employees are considered "essential" and will work their respective shifts during company holidays/shutdowns. Shifts and days may change based on department needs.

Shared Responsibilities (Both Roles):

• Routinely monitor, clean, prepare, and operate sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion, and filling equipment in Grade B/C clean rooms.
• Successfully troubleshoot processing and equipment issues and communicate them to management.
• Complete required training assignments to maintain technical skills and ensure cGMP compliance.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controls.

Physical & Compliance Requirements:

• Ability to wear full cleanroom attire (gowning, hairnets, gloves, etc.) and a respirator during the use of certain cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine lifting as required in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to pass standard background checks and drug screening.

Role-Specific Requirements:

Cell Therapy Specialist ($32/hr)

• Additional Duties: Authors and/or revises SOPs to ensure they are technically sound, provide clear instructions aligned with cGMP requirements, and support efficient operations.
• Basic Qualifications (Must meet one):
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Sciences field OR
• Associate Degree in a Sciences field with 1 years of biotech/ cGMP experience OR
• High School Diploma with 2 years of cGMP experience.

Cell Therapy Technician ($27/hr)

• Basic Qualifications: * High School Diploma with 1 years of related/ cGMP experience.