CAR-T Operations Expert

This position is part of our talent pool. We are not actively recruiting for this position at the moment, but we will carefully keep track of your application and contact you when the role becomes available again. We are looking for a passionate CAR-T Operations Expert to join our team in Ghent. Ready to make a difference in patients' lives and lead innovative CAR-T cell therapy projects? Let us hear from you. We'd love to meet you! What Can You Expect? As a CAR-T Operations Expert, you will be a specialist in specific parts of the CAR-T production process. Here's what you'll do: Perform and oversee CAR-T process activities: You will participate in and oversee specific parts of the CAR-T manufacturing process such as component preparation, CAR-T processing, filling and finishing, and cryopreservation. Compliance and documentation : You ensure that all activities comply with cGMP and GDP standards. You will develop and maintain GMP documents to ensure compliance and traceability. Operational support: You manage daily production planning and support production surveys. You will create and review operational procedures, including work instructions, master batch records and forms. Collaborate and continuously improve: You will work with various teams to streamline and optimize processes. You will also participate in Lean & Operational Excellence projects. Training: You will train and coach junior colleagues. Technology and Systems: You will support the testing and implementation of various software for production output systems such as eLiMS, MES and SAP. Who Are We Looking For? Education: You have a bachelor's or master's degree in sciences, (bio)engineering, biotechnology, pharmacy or a related field of study or you are equivalent through experience. Experience: You have at least 5 years of operational experience with cell culture, preferably in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. Previous experience in manufacturing, quality or engineering is required. Languages : You are fluent in Dutch or English, with strong oral and written communication skills. Strengths: You are a true team player with strong relational, analytical and problem-solving skills. You are detail-oriented and strive for excellence. You are also motivated and enthusiastic, but it is your "can-do" mentality that typifies you the most. Expertise: You have a thorough knowledge of cGMP regulations and cell culture techniques. You can work fluently with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Experience with cGMP systems such as PASx, eLIMs, Siemens and SAP are a nice plus. What Do We Offer? A meaningful job with an excellent work-life balance. You will work 4 days. After that you will enjoy 4 days off. This position operates within our future (rotating) night shift system. Please be prepared to work across various shifts starting from 6AM and ending by 2AM as well as our night…