Sr. QA Validation Specialist, CSV & Equipment
Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Raritan
Posted on: March 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to
treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases.
Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced
cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms,
including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor
T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based
immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we
apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of
safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients
worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration
agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of
Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize
ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is
designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies
to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of
multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. QA Validation
Specialist, CSV & Equipment as part of the Quality team based in
Raritan, NJ . Role Overview The Sr. QA Validation Specialist, CSV &
Equipment role is an exempt level position with responsibilities
for providing quality oversight over the validation and
qualification activities for equipment, systems, computer systems,
and processes within a cell therapy manufacturing plant to support
both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile GMP
environment. This role will also provide oversight of technical,
qualification, and validation activities including data or document
review and approval as needed. This role will be responsible for
reviewing and approving qualification protocols, reports, risk
assessments, technical studies, and any associated documentation in
support of computer systems validation, equipment, utilities, and
facility qualification, process validation, shipping validation,
and data integrity. Key Responsibilities Provide quality and
compliance oversight for computer systems validation, process
validation, equipment, utilities, and facilities qualification,
shipping validation, data integrity, and maintenance activities
within the site Review and approve qualification/validation
documentation (specifications, protocols, reports). Review and
approve periodic review documentation for qualified
equipment/systems (audit trails, user groups, system
administration). Provide expertise and solutions to issues
regarding qualification and validation strategies and
documentation. Provides guidance on industry best practices, and
quality requirements for maintaining a compliant state for all site
systems. Assist in the development of validation and qualification
related policies, procedures, templates, forms. Provides quality
oversight on data integrity of systems, instruments, and equipment
used at the site. Develops and evaluates quality processes and
system standards to ensure compliance with applicable Legend
standards, industry standards, and global regulations. Interacts
with colleagues in Quality and Technical Services proactively to
assess, and guide in the deployment of systems at the CAR-T Raritan
Site. Review and approve change controls, SOPs, non-conformances,
and CAPAs associated with qualification/validation execution and
ensure effectiveness of related actions. Perform tasks in a manner
consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP
requirements. Drive continuous improvement. Provide training and
guidance to other members of the team. Other duties may be
assigned, as necessary. Requirements A minimum of a Bachelor’s
Degree in Science or equivalent technical discipline is required. 7
years relevant work experience is required. It is preferable that
the candidate have experience working in an aseptic manufacturing
facility, preferably in quality assurance, manufacturing
compliance, clinical quality, or cell therapy. Knowledge of cGMP
regulations and FDA/EU guidance related to GMP manufacturing of
biopharmaceuticals. Experience in supporting cell-based products is
a plus. Strong knowledge of GxP compliance. Experience in cGMP
regulatory body audits. Strong interpersonal and written/oral
communication skills. Ability to quickly process complex
information and make critical decisions with limited information.
Ability to work independently and be responsible for a portfolio of
ongoing projects. Ability to pay attention to details and follow
procedures closely. Ability to identify and assess possible gaps
and work collaboratively to address such issues. Must be highly
organized and capable of working in a team environment with a
positive attitude under minimal supervision. Experience
reviewing/auditing GMP documentation. Strong proficiency with using
Microsoft Office applications. Li-RP1 Li-Onsite The base pay range
below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer
at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on
experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The
company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in
accordance with applicable laws. Other Types of Pay:
Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in
eligible roles. Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and
vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company
match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid
parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a
paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time,
sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays.
Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health
savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- 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): $123,605 - $162,232 USD Please note: These benefits are
offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors
are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. 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. For information related
to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy
Policy.
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