Associate Scientist, MSAT (Cell & Gene Therapy)

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T), T-cell receptor (TCR-T), natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Legend Biotech is seeking an <strong>Associate Scientist, Global MSAT Automation</strong> as part of the <strong>Global Manufacturing & Technology </strong>team based in <strong>Somerset, NJ.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Role Overview</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Legend Biotech is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Associate Scientist to join our Global MSAT Automation team. This role combines cell therapy manufacturing studies with basic lab operations, supporting automated instrument workflow studies and managing inventory and availability of materials in a fast-paced, GMP-regulated environment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">You will play a critical part in keeping our cell therapy manufacturing automation lab running smoothly. From operating advanced automated instruments to maintaining real-time inventory, you will work cross-functionally with automation development teams and procurement, upholding the highest standards of GMP compliance and aseptic techniques.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Cell Therapy Processing Support — Perform cell culture enrichment, maintenance and analytical assays using cell therapy manufacturing processes, automated platforms, and instruments.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ordering & Procurement — Manage the full ordering lifecycle via designated lab inventory platforms, including processing material requests, and tracking shipments. Knowledge of cell therapy manufacturing materials is required.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Requirements</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences field (master’s preferred).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">2+ years of hands-on experience in cell therapy manufacturing operations or GMP biologics/cell manufacturing development (CAR-T, stem cell, or autologous/allogeneic therapies strongly preferred).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">High proficiency in aseptic techniques within a Grade B cleanroom environment.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Working knowledge of cold-chain logistics, short-shelf-life material handling, and storage optimization.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, high throughput setting.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience ordering and managing materials specific to cell therapy manufacturing operations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="fo