QC Specialist, Lab Services, II/III

Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Raritan
Posted on: January 23, 2026

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 QC Specialist, Lab Services, II/III as part of the Quality team based in Raritan, NJ. Role Overview The QC Specialist, Lab Services is responsible for sample management. The QC Specialist is encouraged to work independently on routine tasks and have conceptual understanding of all Quality Control functions and business areas. May need supervision/support to resolve some sophisticated issues. He/ She will serve as technical specialist within job function. Thinks logically and acts decisively. Key Responsibilities Prepares and reviews documentation independently Responsible for QC sample and retain management Knowledge and understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) related to the QC laboratory and ability to identify gaps in processes or systems Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and lab management software system (LIMS) Prepare documents and coordinate Sample shipment (internal and external shipments) Review logbooks and/ or LIMs to align physical quantities of samples in freezers/refrigerators Periodic inspection and consolidation of retains Document and perform sample management related non-conformance investigations Document and handle corrective and preventative action records Supports internal and regulatory audits Requirements A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher A minimum of two (2) years related experience in medical device, biopharmaceutical, or pharmaceutical industry A degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field Solid understanding of regulatory requirements, policies and guidelines Experience with Quality Control document reviews and regulatory inspection processes Working knowledge of Quality systems Experience in management of retain samples using electronic systems (eLIMS) Candidates must be able to accommodate shift schedule. Shifts include weekend and evening work as required by the manufacturing process This position will be located in Raritan, NJ and may require up to 5% of travel This position will occasionally require to lift up to 20 pounds Li-BG1 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. Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles. The anticipated base pay range is: $70,671 - $92,757 USD Benefits Benefits include 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 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 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. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contract employees 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. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.

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