Associate - Quality Control

ABOUT US

At Quell we seek to deliver truly innovative, life-changing therapies for our patients. Our vision as a company is to build a major global biopharmaceutical company bringing transformational and valued therapies for a range of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as preventing rejection in organ transplantation, based on modular engineered Tregs.

OUR COMPANY

Quell Therapeutics Ltd ("Quell"), the world leader in the development of engineered T-regulatory (Treg) cell therapies for serious medical conditions driven by the immune system, announced it has raised $156 million in an oversubscribed Series B financing. The financing round was co-led by Jeito Capital, Ridgeback Capital Investments, SV Health Investors and Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC with participation from founding investor Syncona. New investors include British Patient Capital through its Future Fund: Breakthrough program, Janus Henderson Investors, Monashee Investment Management, Point72 and funds managed by Tekla Capital Management LLC

THE ROLE

QC Research Associate

Quell Therapeutics are looking for a QC Research Associate who will be accountable for participating in the effective running of Quell's daily operations in its manufacturing facility. This role will initially report to the QC Principal Scientist.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a talented and motivated technician to contribute to a critical and key part of our work in an exciting and highly dynamic environment focused on developing cutting-edge cellular therapies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Clinical Trial manufacturing through QC testing across multiple disciplines including microbiology, mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry, qPCR and potency testing
• Participate in quality actions relating to QC activities e.g. OOS / Deviations / Change controls
• Assist with the qualification and validation of test methods and processes to ensure their suitability for use in support of Clinical Trial manufacturing
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices in the recording of data and authoring of reports
• Participate with equipment qualification activities
• Collaborate and coordinate work with other team members to meet deadlines and goals.
• Assist with technology transfer of QC test methods from the Analytical Development Group
• Support QC stability programmes
• Author reports and regulatory documentation as required
• Work with external QC service providers
• Any other duties as required (post consultation)
• The post-holder will be responsible for adhering to all health and safety guidance, provided by the Company.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience from directly relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Degree or higher degree in Biology/Biomedical Science/Immunology or related discipline
• Skills/Specialist knowledge Experience with a range of biopharmaceutical and cell-based techniques including some or all: Aseptic technique, Sterility testing, Cell Counting, Flow cytometry, PCR, Mammalian cell culture, Potency testing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible, self-motivated, and focused on team outcomes
• Excellent attention to detail and ability

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience of working in a busy laboratory environment
• Good understanding of cell biology and immunology
• Understanding of and familiarity with GMP regulations
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to present results clearly and logically, working co-operatively as part of a team as well as independently

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, supporting one another and held accountable for project deliverables.
• Professional and personable communication skills.
• Driven to solve problems pragmatically.
• Demonstrates strong organisational and prioritisation skills to manage a diverse workload.
• Good working attitude, reliability, and flexibility.
• Desire to work with integrity and act as an ambassador for Quell and the wider business.

BENEFITS

• Holidays: 25 days per year.
• Life Assurance: 4 x base salary.
• Group Personal Pension: Auto enrolled at 6% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution.
• Private Medical Insurance for your whole family.
• Annual Bonus.

PERKS

• Fantastic collaborative environment at Translation & Innovation Hub
• $156 Million in investment, including brand new lab equipment, innovative methods and exposure to cutting edge technology
• Flexible working
• Fast paced and progressive company looking for future leaders and innovators