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Company Overview
ImmunityBio is a vertically integrated commercial stage biotechnology company developing next-generation therapies that bolster the natural immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases. The Company's range of immunotherapy and cell therapy platforms, alone and together, act to drive and sustain an immune response with the goal of creating durable and safe protection against disease. Designated an FDA Breakthrough Therapy, ANKTIVA is the first FDA-approved immunotherapy for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer CIS that activates NK cells, T cells, and memory T cells for a long-duration response. The Company is applying its science and platforms to treating cancers, including the development of potential cancer vaccines, as well as developing immunotherapies and cell therapies that we believe sharply reduce or eliminate the need for standard high-dose chemotherapy. These platforms and their associated product candidates are designed to be more effective, accessible, and easily administered than current standards of care in oncology and infectious diseases.
Why ImmunityBio?

* ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.

* Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.

* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.

* Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Specialist, Quality Control Analytical will serve as Subject Matter to advise testing laboratories on method development, method validation, method transfer, and quality investigations. Primary duties will include data review and troubleshooting of analytical test methods.

Essential Functions

• Author, review and revise documentation (SOPs, test methods, analytical method development, method validation, method transfer protocols/ reports, product specifications)
• Review QC stability and lot release data (data integrity check) and CoAs issued by contract testing laboratories and create batch release certificate of analysis
• Author and review laboratory OOS investigation and invalid laboratory test result, including filing internal Quality Systems reports as applicable.
• Issue ImmunityBio release Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) to support QA lot disposition activities.
• Author, review and revise Analytical Section of documents such as the IND, BLA for regulatory CMC submission
• Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot analytical methods
• Mange suppliers change notifications and change controls
• Generate Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders for contract testing laboratories projects
• Ensure timely escalation of quality control related issues
• Assist QC-Analytical management in tracking and trending data
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g. QA and Regulatory) for quality control related duties
• Attend QC-Analytical internal meetings and external meetings with contract testing laboratories
• May conduct other duties, as assigned
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline required; or
• Master's degree with 4+ years of experience in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline required.
• Experience in method development, method validation, method transfer, lot release tests, stability programs and specification development required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of quality control analytical method development, method validation and method transfer.
• Strong technical writing skills to author SOPs, analytical tests methods, qualification/validation protocols/ reports.
• Knowledge and understanding of USP, EP and ICH guidelines.
• In-depth knowledge of GMPs and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal functions both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to collaborate with contract testing laboratories, consultants, ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Strong problem solving and computer skills.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works on-site.
• Regular work schedule is Monday - Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Flexibility in working schedule, i.e., off-hours, second shift, and weekends.
• Exposure to onsite in-lab environment.
• Must be able to don and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Must be able to lift frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The hourly base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$42.85 (entry-level qualifications) to $47.12 (highly experienced) per hour

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with sourcing and identifying potential candidates for open positions. These tools help us reach qualified applicants and improve the efficiency of our recruitment outreach. No preference is given to applicants sourced or identified by AI tools.

Important: AI is not used to screen, evaluate, rank, assess, or make hiring decisions about applicants. All applications are reviewed by human recruiters and hiring managers. Hiring decisions are made solely by ImmunityBio personnel without automated decision-making.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and ensure that all candidates are assessed based on their qualifications, skills, and experience through human review.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.