Investigator (I/II)

Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Raritan
Posted on: January 25, 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 an Investigator I/II as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ . Role Overview The CAR-T Investigator will be part of the Technical Operation team and will be responsible to provide specialist knowledge and expertise of cell and gene therapy processes and/or process technologies. They will also oversee processes and standards to maintain and improve existing and to implement new innovative manufacturing technologies. Key Responsibilities Lead manufacturing and cross functional investigations from end to end. Ensure thorough root cause analysis, impact assessment, and CAPA/EC determination. Work cross functionally with SME's and Quality to ensure robustness of investigations, as well as accuracy and ensuring compliance. Support and manage change controls and maintain permanent inspection readiness and actively support regulatory inspections. Ensure investigations are processing timely according to site specified requirements. Provide technical expertise in the Technical Operations group, own the process knowledge of the cell and gene therapy manufacturing process technology and maintain oversight on process capability to ensure processes are robust and continuously improving. Ensure seamless flow of knowledge and information across functions, and with other sites when applicable. Provide technical/scientific process support. Provide support and technical expertise to the Manufacturing team in support of ongoing technical transfer and manufacturing operations. Support the implementation of manufacturing and process automation strategies through cell therapy manufacturing process design qualification, vendor evaluation, and enterprise system interface engineering support for GMP manufacturing of engineered autologous T cell therapy products. Write and/or review user requirements, functional requirement specifications, qualification protocols, enterprise or system interface, process development reports, and provide technical assessments, rationales, and approval for engineering and process changes to meet regulatory requirements. Work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement cell therapy processes, manage equipment qualification strategy, and support process validation activities for cell therapy platforms. Work cross-functionally across Technical Operations and interface with external vendors to drive the design and implementation of automation platforms for cell therapy development and manufacturing. Primary role is to support deviation investigation writing. Requirements BS/BA required in technical discipline: Engineering, science or similar field. A minimum of five (5) years experience within a cGMP environment in the biotech/biopharma industry and Cell/Gene Therapy cGMP manufacturing experience preferred. Support writing of SOPs for Manufacturing and Quality Risk Assessments for existing and new/changed processes. Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross-functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively. Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment. Support Manufacturing team to troubleshoot and resolve complex scientific/technical problems. Provide technical expertise to drive the implementation of process improvements that would provide reduction in COGs, increase throughput, capacity and quality compliance. Provide technical expertise in automation projects from user requirements, design evaluation, specification review through to testing and implementation in a GMP manufacturing environment. Work cross-functionally across Technical Operations and interface with external vendors to drive the design and implementation of automation platforms for cell therapy development and manufacturing. Perform technical feasibility studies related to process improvement and implementation of new manufacturing technologies. Provide SME expertise to perform process characterization of cell therapy automation technologies, including process development, FATs, SATs, and IQ/OQ/PQ testing. Ensure successful manufacturing process comparability and process validation runs by assessing risk, establishing preventative measures, investigating, and troubleshooting equipment and process issues prior to implementation into manufacturing. An ability to build strong partnerships and effectively integrate with external collaborators to drive projects/programs forward in a matrixed environment. Build strong partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality to ensure seamless execution of daily production schedules. Li-RN1 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: $81,273 - $106,669 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.

Keywords: Legend Biotech, Lakewood , Investigator (I/II), Engineering , Raritan, New Jersey