Dr Reddy’s Biological Sciences Manufacturing Associate Job – Apply Online
Manufacturing Associate (CAR-T)
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
About the job
Company Description
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.
Job Description
- Perform aseptic T-cell culture processes, including thawing, cell separation, selection, re-engineering, expansion, and harvesting & formulating of cells in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.
- Operate and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment such as T-cell handling systems, centrifuges, automation filling units, and cell counters, ensuring accurate performance and documentation (Commissioning, Qualification, and AMC).
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) to ensure the quality and consistency of cell therapy products.
- Assist in developing and optimizing cell therapy manufacturing protocols to improve product quality and efficiency.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of manufacturing processes, experiments, and deviations in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Manage and prepare raw materials, reagents, and components required for cell therapy production.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues during the manufacturing process to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, including CDSCO, FDA, EMA, and other international standards, for the production of cell therapy products.
- Involvement in experiments for manufacturing and process development and characterization of T-Cell-based gene-modified cell processes to deliver robust platform processes.
- Support the process development team with performing routine processes, analytics, and data analysis, such as flow cytometry, ddPCR, and lentiviral vector titration.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, quality control, and process development, to meet project timelines and objectives.
- Train junior staff and new team members on manufacturing protocols, safety procedures, and GMP practices.
- Participate in compilation, review, editing, and approval of batch records, standard operating procedures, development protocols, and reports.
- Assist in lab management duties, stock management, and equipment maintenance.
- Other activities may be assigned as required, in agreement with line management.
Qualifications
Have a Ph.D./MSc/BSc in a relevant area of Cell and Gene Therapy, Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience in the biotech industry.
Additional Information
Technical Skills:
- T-cell Engineering and Molecular level techniques: strong practical and theoretical experience, including experiment analytical and project delivery.
- Have the ability to communicate effectively with teammates and collaborators, occasionally presenting work to large groups.
- Cellular assays and phenotyping (flow cytometry, cytotoxicity, and cell viability testing).
- Molecular assays and biology (e.g., T-cell characterization, qPCR, ddPCR, NGS, and cell culture metabolites).
- Experience in the use of and incorporation of automated manufacturing and semi-automated workflows.
Behavioral Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to manage your time and multiple projects
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Creative problem solver
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary industrial environment
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