• Advanced Cell Therapy GMP Scientist

    Actalent (Atlanta, GA)


    Actively Interviewing for an Advanced Cell Therapy GMP Scientist to join a top pediatric hospital!

     

    

    Job Description

    This role involves managing cell cultures to produce cells for clinical trials and collaborating with healthcare professionals to conduct studies that benefit infants and children. The position involves manufacturing innovative cellular therapy drug products, developing and validating procedures related to immune cell culture and activation, and conducting safety, identity, potency, and function assays on experimental cellular products.

    Responsibilities

    + Process cellular products using various cell culture, separation, and processing techniques.

    + Collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data.

    + Perform quality control testing for qualitative and quantitative analysis on cell therapy products using techniques such as flow cytometry, gram stains, qPCR, and ELISA.

    + Comply with facility standard operating procedures and policies, including cGMP/cGTP, FACT, and regulatory standards for cellular therapy product production and analysis.

    + Evaluate and apply standard scientific techniques and procedures to identify and resolve issues affecting product or testing performance.

    + Handle fresh and frozen cellular products for shipment and infusion.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + 3 years of experience working in a GMP-production laboratory with direct hands-on experience in cell production.

    + Experience using open systems, culture, and aseptic techniques.

    + Experience in adoptive cell therapy.

    + Proficiency in ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry, and cell counting methods.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field.

    + 3 years of experience in scientific investigations and applying research principles.

    + Experience in a FACT-accredited GMP-production laboratory.

    + Self-directed and motivated to achieve goals.

    + Strong communication and organizational skills.

    + Ability to work independently and in a team.

    Work Environment

    The work environment involves a GMP-production laboratory where strict compliance with cGMP/cGTP, FACT, and other regulatory standards is required. The role requires collaboration with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and researchers. The environment supports both independent work and teamwork to achieve project goals.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, Georgia.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.