What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Operations Manager, GMP Engineering and Cell Manufacturing Facility position at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center?
Title
Technical Operations Manager, GMP Engineering and Cell Manufacturing Facility
Job Type
Regular
Company
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division
Department
Center for Immunotherapy
Time Type
Full time
Weekly Hours
40
Fte
1
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
Leads a team of professional associates responsible for the manufacturing of CAR-T and other cell therapies within the GMP Engineering & Cell Manufacturing Facility. Oversees the day-to-day operations of cell therapy programs, including manufacturing and facilities cleaning and maintenance. Coordinates process and analytical development activities, ensuring compliance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulatory standards and safety protocols as well as managing the company’s resources effectively. Ensures efficient production processes and effective analytical strategies and methods, coordinating with different departments, and implementing innovative approaches to improve productivity and profitability. Works closely with the team to provide process, material, and equipment knowledge to meet customer requirements and addresses operational and routine challenges as they arise for manufacturing. Participates and assists Technical Operations management with the preparation of budgets, statements of work, and other documents requested by internal and external customers required for reporting purposes, oversight of operations and for publication. The salary range for this position is $111,387 - $135,829 annually which includes a comprehensive benefits package. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have:
Certified Scrum Master / Agile delivery experience (helpful for systems implementations and cross-functional execution)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent demonstrated CI leadership)
CDMO experience, including client-facing delivery, tech transfer, and rapid timeline execution
Experience with common quality/systems tools (e.g., TrackWise / MasterControl / similar)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
Grant Funding
This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.
E-Verify Employer
Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.
Technical Operations Manager, GMP Engineering and Cell Manufacturing Facility
Job Type
Regular
Company
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division
Department
Center for Immunotherapy
Time Type
Full time
Weekly Hours
40
Fte
1
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
Leads a team of professional associates responsible for the manufacturing of CAR-T and other cell therapies within the GMP Engineering & Cell Manufacturing Facility. Oversees the day-to-day operations of cell therapy programs, including manufacturing and facilities cleaning and maintenance. Coordinates process and analytical development activities, ensuring compliance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulatory standards and safety protocols as well as managing the company’s resources effectively. Ensures efficient production processes and effective analytical strategies and methods, coordinating with different departments, and implementing innovative approaches to improve productivity and profitability. Works closely with the team to provide process, material, and equipment knowledge to meet customer requirements and addresses operational and routine challenges as they arise for manufacturing. Participates and assists Technical Operations management with the preparation of budgets, statements of work, and other documents requested by internal and external customers required for reporting purposes, oversight of operations and for publication. The salary range for this position is $111,387 - $135,829 annually which includes a comprehensive benefits package. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- PhD in a health or science related field and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in GMP Manufacturing; or
- Master’s degree in a health or science related field and the equivalent of five (5) years of full-time experience in GMP Manufacturing.
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have:
Certified Scrum Master / Agile delivery experience (helpful for systems implementations and cross-functional execution)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent demonstrated CI leadership)
CDMO experience, including client-facing delivery, tech transfer, and rapid timeline execution
Experience with common quality/systems tools (e.g., TrackWise / MasterControl / similar)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
Grant Funding
This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.
E-Verify Employer
Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.
Salary : $111,387 - $135,829