Training Coordinator

Company Information

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 and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

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) in 2017. 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 Training Coordinator as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, New Jersey.

Role Overview

The Training Coordinator will be responsible for scheduling and coordination of technical training related programs for Raritan CAR-T Manufacturing team members who support cGMP Clinical and Commercial Cell Therapy Manufacturing. This individual will partner with Technical Trainers in collaboration Operations management, to develop a comprehensive training journey for new hires. The role will require learning principles experience, effective communication, leadership, coordination and collaboration across relevant cross functional groups to enable robust systems training program for advancement of Raritan CAR-T Operators.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads and owns the Technical Training schedule weekly.
• Develops end-to-end training plans for new hires and supporting areas upon request.
• Assigns curricula to new hires according to learning journey.
• Maintains tracking and scheduling of yearly requalification’s.
• Tracks progress of Operators and ensures on time completion of training.
• Track and maintains KPI’s that impact site production capacity.
• Collaborates and stays connected with Operations and Training management.
• Conducts knowledge and skill checks and independent performance qualifications for Operations.
• Works on training improvement projects that make a positive impact on the technical training program.
• Collaborates with Process Engineering and Technical Support on implementation projects that may impact technical training program and manufacturing.
• Identifies technical training needs and expectations, monitors progress, addresses and resolves gaps in training requirements for Operations and other support areas.
• Elevated access level in LMS to capture training compliance in real-time and assign training as needed.
• Supports the maintenance and reporting of quality training metrics.
• Supports LMS administrator with training portal tasks.
  
  
  

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Information Science or equivalent experience is required.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience is required. Candidate must have experience working within an aseptic manufacturing facility, preferably in training, project management, learning management systems, or quality systems.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA/EU guidance related to manufacturing of cell based products as well as knowledge of Good Tissue Practices.
• Experience with training methodology, adult learning theory, scheduling, and training plans.
• LMS experience
  
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Advanced computer skills and practical knowledge of MS Office Suite (advanced Excel experience preferred), SharePoint, and other related systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• The candidate must be highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under minimal supervision.
• Proactive and continuous improvement oriented.
• Ability to lead with influence.
• Able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment, while providing clear direction to team members.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Project and change management.
• Transparent, Passionate, Fearless and Accountable.
  
  
  

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matched 401K
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program