Senior Specialist, Quality Control - Analytical Chemistry (SCD)

Manager: Associate Director, Quality Control Analytical

Department:  Technical Operations – Quality Control

Location:  Brisbane, CA

Sangamo Therapeutics is a genomic medicine company building value with cutting-edge work across four distinct but complementary technology platforms – gene therapy, cell therapy, in vivo genome editing, and in vivo genome regulation. Using its deep scientific expertise and proprietary zinc finger genome engineering technology, Sangamo is working to create genomic cures for patients suffering from severe genetic diseases for which today’s medicines can only treat symptoms. At Sangamo, we are passionate about transforming lives by building a robust, sustainable, differentiated, innovative, and high value genomic medicine pipeline that addresses patients with life-limiting conditions. Sangamo takes pride in being the first to edit endogenous human genes, first to treat patients with gene edited T cells, and first to treat patients with in vivo genome editing. Our top priority is to meet the needs of patients with commitment and compassion. Along with our commitment to science and to our patients, we also endeavor to create an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity. Sangamo is a company where individuals can flourish, grow and develop their expertise.
 
We are seeking top talent to join our mission. Let’s build a better future together.


 
 


 
#Sangamo Therapeutics is a genomic medicines company that is building value by developing cutting-edge therapeutics utilizing distinct but complementary genome editing and gene regulating platforms. At Sangamo, we are passionate about developing genomic medicines that will transform the lives of patients with serious, life-limiting diseases by aggressively developing and delivering our innovative, high value genomic medicines pipeline. Sangamo takes pride in being the first company to edit endogenous human genes, the first company to treat patients with gene edited T cells, and the first company to treat patients using targeted in-vivo genome editing therapeutics. Sangamo is a company where individuals can flourish, grow, and develop their expertise. We are seeking top talent to join our team. Let’s build a better future together.

JOB SUMMARY:   

Sangamo Therapeutics is seeking a talented and highly motivated QC Senior Specialist to join our QC Analytical Chemistry team. The QC Senior Specialist will be tasked to perform GMP QC testing on manufacturing intermediates and released drug products, in support of our internal and external cell and gene therapy manufacturing operations. Products to be tested include, but are not limited to, recombinant viral vectors (AAV and lentivirus), ex-vivo gene-modified T cells, and gene editing mRNAs. The Senior Specialist will be responsible for routine testing, assay transfer and validation (qualification/verification/validation), assay trouble shooting, QC document preparation and revision (SOPs/Protocols/Reports), and laboratory setup and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Serves as Subject Matter Expert for internal and external matters related to QC analytical testing of intermediates and final drug products. Analytical techniques include, but are not limited to, HPLC (Reverse Phase, Normal Phase, SEC, etc), UPLC, CE-SDS, TOC, Sub-visible particulates (HIAC, Light Obscuration), pH Osmolality, appearance etc. 
• Responsible for routine QC testing, data review, and preparation of summary reports.
• Participates in inspection readiness activities. May represent QC during audits by regulatory agencies.
• Understands USP/EP requirements for product release testing and analytical method validation and transfer. 
• Authors, reviews, and approves QC Analytical SOPs, Protocols, and Reports.
• Assist with equipment qualification and/or validation activities: drafting and executing IOQ protocols, drafting and reviewing reports and other documentation.
• Responsible for conducting and/or assisting with laboratory investigations: deviations, OOS/OOT, aberrant/unexpected results, and invalid results.
• Responsible for conducting and/or assisting with the identification, initiation, and closure of quality events (Deviations and CAPAs) related to analytical testing.
• Responsible for keeping accurate and complete records (test records and laboratory notebooks) per cGMPs.
• Provides analytical assay training and lab work coordination to junior level QC associates.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge and understanding of QC functions associated with the testing of ATMP manufacturing intermediates and final drug products in an industry setting.

The successful candidate must:

• Possess a BS degree in the Physical Sciences/Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field) Course work in immunology, virology and cell biology, is a plus
• Have 5-8 years of quality control experience in a QC analytical laboratory setting. Experience testing and working with ATMP (Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Products - Cell and Gene Therapy) is a plus
• Have extensive hands-on experience with separation sciences (LC, LC-MS, CE-SDS, icIEF etc.)
• Have experience and knowledge of analytical method development, verification, qualification/validation, and transfer in accordance with USP/EP guidelines
• Regularly apply theories and principles from one's technical / professional discipline to independently address a variety of problems of moderate to difficult scope
• Must have ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision
• Must be able to identify and report OOS/OOT/aberrant lab results to manager and conduct or assist in laboratory investigations

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• The successful candidate will possess excellent oral communication skills.
• The successful candidate will possess excellent scientific writing skills (a scientific publication record is a plus).
• The successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills with the capability to establish collaborative working relationships within QC, and with members of the Analytical Method Development, Manufacturing, and QA teams.
• The successful candidate will have the ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary industrial environment.
• The successful candidate must have a flexible work schedule. This is a first shift M-F position, but occasional evening or weekend hours may be required.

Sangamo is an equal opportunity employer
Sangamo is committed to fostering belonging for all employees and embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruiting and hiring.  All qualified applicants for employment are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws

Commitment to Safety
Sangamo requires all U.S. workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date.  This requirement is a condition of employment at Sangamo, and it applies regardless of location or classification of role.  If you are unable to receive the vaccine & booster, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation consistent with applicable laws. 

Note to External Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than from the candidates themselves.