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The Janssen Supply Chain Group, a member of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting QC analysts for the CAR-T hub in Europe. The position will be based in Beerse Belgium.

CAR-T (chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy) is an innovative approach to eliminate cancer cells, which work by harnessing the power of a patient’s own immune system. They are created from the patients’ own T cells and are engineered to eliminate cancer cells expressing a specific antigen.

To support the CAR-T program in EMEA, Janssen is building two CAR-T manufacturing centers in the Ghent area (Belgium).   The QC laboratories will be operated from the existing Janssen Beerse site.

The QC Biotech analyst, CAR-T Europe is responsible for preparing and conducting testing of the different samples taken during the production process.   You are responsible for ensuring testing is completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, standards, and GMP regulations.

Major Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing in compliance with all applicable specifications, procedures, GMP regulations
• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Perform peer review of laboratory data
• Author and update SOPs, WIs and Protocols to support daily operations of the lab using the Document Management System

• Support laboratory related investigation records and CAPAs
• Assist in the execution of internal audits
• Provide input to functional laboratory meetings
• Provide input and take actions as a QC representative at cross-laboratory meetings

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a Scientific or related field is required
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a cGMP compliant QC laboratory or equivalent is required.
• Understanding of analytical data generated from performing biological and biochemical analytical techniques is required.
• Detailed knowledge of analytical technologies and aseptic techniques used in the QC laboratory (CAR-T experience) is required.
• Experience in performing cellular and/or molecular based techniques such as qPCR, Flow Cytometry, and/or Potency assays is required.
• Basic knowledge of compendial (USP, EP, JP, etc.) requirements pertaining to their functional area of QC is preferred.
• Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skill are required

In a later Phase - Candidates must be able to accommodate a weekend shift schedule as required by clinical / commercial demand.

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time. 

Here’s what you can expect: 

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role. 

• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.  

• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step. 

• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.  

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA 

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In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.