Specialist, Quality Control Analytical

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient's natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient's immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
* ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
* Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
* Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Specialist, Quality Control Analytical will provide testing support for various programs (fusion proteins, cell therapies and cancer vaccines), which can include but is not limited to, wet chemistry, chromatography (HPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis), spectroscopy (UV-Vis), and ELISA. The position will be responsible for providing testing support through In Process testing, and suitability for use testing, method development, optimizations, and investigational studies. The Specialist will undertake complex troubleshooting and investigations.

Essential Functions

• Provides testing support through In Process, and suitability for use testing
• Provides support for method development, optimizations and investigational studies.
• Creates testing protocols and reports
• Performs lab maintenance and lab support Functions including completing maintenance records and deliverables
• Provides quality systems and documentation support and completes change controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test method updates, and associated documents
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or related discipline with 4+ years of experience in the Biotechnology industry required; or
• Master's degree in Biochemistry or related discipline with 2+ years of experience in the Biotechnology industry required
• Hands-on experience with HPLC and ELISA preferred
• Must have experience working in cGMP laboratory

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of QC testing requirements, methodology, and general equipment such as pH meter and analytical balance
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and USP regulations and a basic understanding of statistics
• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to thrive in an efficient, highly interactive, goal-oriented team environment
• Knowledge of MS Word and Excel

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works on site in Dunkirk, NY
• Flexibility in working schedule, i.e., off-hours
• Exposure to onsite in-lab environment

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The hourly base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$33.65 (entry-level qualifications) to $37.00 (highly experienced) per hour

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.