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Manufacturing Specialist, Cell Therapy

AstraZeneca
September 19, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Santa Monica, CA
Operations
Role: Manufacturing Specialist for cell therapy, focusing on GMP operations for TCR T, CAR T, and allogeneic products. Responsibilities include executing manufacturing processes per cGMP, supporting process transfer, equipment qualification, documentation, troubleshooting, and ensuring production readiness. The role also involves supporting technology transfer, batch record reviews, and process improvement activities, as well as mentoring Associate Specialists. Requirements: High School Diploma with 2+ years in life sciences, engineering, or related fields; knowledge of GMP, aseptic techniques, and regulated manufacturing; experience supporting clinical cell therapy manufacturing preferred. High-value: cell therapy (TCR T, CAR T, allogeneic), GMP manufacturing, process transfer, documentation, troubleshooting, and process development within biologics/cell therapy. Collaboration: cross-functional with Quality, MSAT, Process Development, Supply Chain, EHS, Engineering. Work setup: primarily on-site in a cleanroom environment; requires lifting, gowning, and extended standing; shift work including weekends and holidays. Preferred: experience with human cell culture, automated cell processing, regulatory compliance, and data systems.