Lab Technical Operations Specialist

4625 Northeast Brookwood Parkway Hillsboro, OR 97124 US

Posted: 01/06/2026 2026-01-06 2026-02-05 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 624690 Pay Rate: 21.82 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing our CAR-T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills.

Key Responsibilities

The primary focus of this role involves hands-on laboratory work and meticulous data management.

CAR-T Cell Processing:

• Execute the ADA CAR-T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
• Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR-T processes.

Pluripotent Stem Cell Processing (PSC):

• Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs
• Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells, in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors.
• Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes.

Documentation and Data Management:

• Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN.
• Manage in-process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool.
• Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends.
• Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations.

Logistics and Coordination:

• Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels.
• Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third-party testing partners.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR-T, PSC, and RPE process.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling.
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification.
• Experience or comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics).
• Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping.

Pay Rate Range: $20-28/hr depending on experience ?

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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