Senior Analyst II QC Raw Materials

Company Overview:

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam’s suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.

Position Overview: 

The Senior Analyst II, QC Raw Materials will support QC Raw Material Program improvements and testing activities, including authoring procedures, onboarding materials, conducting raw material risk assessments and execution of daily operations in the QC laboratory. This position is responsible for QC sample management as well as testing and release of incoming raw materials, components and biological materials used in the production process per established procedures. The role will also support oversight and review of contract testing of raw materials.

Responsibilities: 

• Support onboarding and qualification of materials and components by creating risk assessments and material specifications.
• Interface with cross-functional stakeholders, including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Sciences & Technologies, Process Development and Analytical Development.
• Own and/or support laboratory deviations, OOS investigations, CAPA, change control.
• Maintains strict adherence to cGMP compliance and all applicable regulations.
• Supports regulatory inspections, external client and internal audits as required.
• Perform QC sample management, testing and release of incoming raw materials, reagents and components.
• Perform routine maintenance of lab equipment as applicable. 

Qualifications: 

• BS is a scientific discipline with at least 4 years’ experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Experience with raw material testing programs and quality control methodologies.
• Experience with interpreting and applying compendial test monographs.
• Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, SOPs and Quality system processes.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in cell and gene therapy manufacturing environment a plus.
• Experience performing laboratory investigations, including out-of-specification investigations. 

The salary range below reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, scope of job, internal comparisons, and market data.