R&D Applications Specialist

The posting, as Legend Biotech US wrote it

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.

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.

Legend Biotech is seeking an R&D Applications Specialist as part of the Information Technology team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The R&D Applications Specialist will assist in the operation of laboratory IT capabilities and R&D systems. This individual’s responsibility will include operation maintenance and implementation/development of enhancements of applications that are used in the R&D laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrating and maintaining Equipment/Asset Platform (Blue Mountain RAM), LIMS/ELN (Labvantage) and various other lab applications used in R&D.
• Configure/enhance BMRAM as per business requirements. Maintain and support the system and ensure that it is compliant.
• Configure/develop enhancements to LabVantage LIMS/ELN system as per business requirements. Create and maintain master data/static data in lab systems by executing the appropriate change management process to support laboratory testing activities and to ensure business, project and/or investigation/CAPA timelines are met. Review method/specification changes and work with appropriate SMEs to assess impact to lab systems data set up.
• Aid in troubleshooting and assist in technical support of both instrument software installed on lab computers and connectivity between computer and instrument.
• User account provisioning on stand-alone and networked equipment and instruments.
• User account provisioning on scientific software (e.g., FlowJo, Zageno, SnapGene, Journal Subscriptions, etc.).
• Collaborate/liase with appropriate laboratory, manufacturing, analytical support and/or site/global IT teams to ensure needs and requirements are accurate in the systems.
• Contribute to team success by assisting colleagues with assigned work activities and deliverables, ensuring timely and effective execution of team responsibilities.
• Test changes/enhancements through dry runs, system test and user acceptance

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rt- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

Pay Range (Base Pay)

$96,267 — $126,351 USD

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations, we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.

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