Lab Technical Operations Specialist

Company: Tailored Management
Location: Hillsboro
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Role: Lab Technical Operations Specialist Location: 4625 NE Brookwood Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124 Duration: 12-month contract (with potential extension or conversion) Pay Rate: $15.05 - $28.12/hr (W2) Benefits: Weekly pay Medical, Dental, Vision We are looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing our CAR-T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills. Key Responsibilities: The primary focus of this role involves hands-on laboratory work and meticulous data management. CAR-T Cell Processing: - Execute the ADA CAR-T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques. - Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR-T processes. Pluripotent Stem Cell Processing (PSC): - Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs - Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells, in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors. - Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes. Documentation and Data Management: - Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP). - Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN. - Manage in-process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool. - Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends. - Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations. Logistics and Coordination: - Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels. - Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third-party testing partners. Qualifications and Experience: - Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR-T, PSC, and RPE process. - Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling. - Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP). - Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification. - Experience or comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics). - Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping. TMN

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