Operational Quality Systems Specialist I

Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time!

Immatics is at the forefront of immunotherapy innovation, working to harness the power of T cells to transform cancer treatment.

Immatics is an exceptional clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company active in the discovery and development of T cells redirecting cancer immunotherapies. We use these powerful T cells to develop groundbreaking immunotherapies that target cancer cells. We are dedicated to transforming cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and advanced TCR technology.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy.

Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth.

Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally.

We are seeking an Operational Quality Systems Specialist I to provide support to the Operational Quality Systems team by guidance and oversight on tasks related to training and document control.

FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday to Friday; On-site

Reports to: Associate Manager, Operational Quality Systems

Location: 13203 Murphy Road Suite 100 Stafford, TX 77477

What You’ll Do:

As an Operational Quality Systems Specialist I, you will play a key role in supporting our Operational Quality Systems:

Responsible for maintaining the existing quality system while ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Instrumental in improving the quality system as applicable.

May lead quality system projects, audit readiness activities, improvements or initiatives and collaborate with site operations and engineering teams.

Monitor and review Quality Management Systems (Quality Systems, Audits, CAPA, Complaints, Document Control, Training, Metrics) and Batch Record Issuance procedures to ensure and maintain compliance with corporate and regulatory agency requirements

Contribute to the writing, coordination, review, approval and maintenance of the OQS Procedures and documents.

Coordinate, support, and investigate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).

Perform quality metrics/key performance indicators (KPIs) to track compliance performance and analyze data to implement improvements and streamline processes and procedures.

Maintain and manage DMS, employee training items until their closure.

Assist in Change Control process from initiation, revision of documents and processes up to training and implementation.

Assist in preparing OQS Ops training materials and perform training as required.

Support cross-functional groups for OQS Ops functions and projects

Secondary Functions:

Ability to make sound decisions and approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness

High degree of independent working, analytical reasoning, and the ability to communicate effectively.

Careful editing and documenting of results.

Ability to embrace rapidly changing requirements with an open mind and show a high degree of flexibility in an environment which is marked by constant striving for excellence.

Dedication to innovation and science.

Ability to approach tasks in a structured, reliable, and foresighted manner; combined with a high level of individual responsibility, enthusiasm, and strong social skills.

Required Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s Degree. (Science preferred)

A minimum of 1 to 2 years working in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision. (Biotechnology preferred)

Competencies:

Excellent verbal and written skills

Works independently

Strong communicator and collaborates effectively

Strong attention to detail

Flexible and able to work under pressure and meet project timelines

Proficient with MS Office applications

Work Environment:

This is a sedentary position (at least 85% of time) in a typical office environment. There may be frequent interruptions with moderate noise levels and frequent use of printers, copiers, scanners, computers and other office equipment. Ability to sit, talk, walk, hear and communicate verbally and in writing is required. Occasional lifting of objects up to 25 lbs is expected.

Physical demands:

Communicating Verbally – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others to convey detailed spoken instructions or other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.

Hearing – the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds one-on-one, group or conference, telephone, and other sounds.

Keyboarding – entering data or text into a computer or other machine by means of a keyboard. Devices include a traditional keyboard, 10 key-pad, touch screens and others.

Lifting - raising or lowering an object (up to 25 lbs) from one level to another (includes upward pulling). Carrying is to transport an object – usually by holding it in the hands or arms but may occur on the shoulder.

Near Visual Acuity – clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (working with small objects, reading small print, including the use of computers).

Pushing - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the object.

Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force.

Sitting – remaining in a sitting position for at least 50% of the time.

Standing/Walking - remain on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation.

Stooping – occasional bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements :

Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required. Immatics participates in E-Verify and all new employees will be subject to the Department of Homeland Security requirements for employment.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:

Immatics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

What do we offer?

At Immatics, we believe in investing in our team’s health, safety and well-being. Here’s what you can expect if you join Immatics

Comprehensive Benefits:

Competitive rates for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

4 weeks of Paid Time off, granted up front each year and prorated for first and last year of employment.

Sick Time Off – 56 hours

12 Paid Holidays

100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance up to at 1x annual salary, up to 100K ( club together)

100% Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) with Immediate Eligibility & company match…

You are eligible for 401(k) plan participation as of your first paycheck.

The company will match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your base salary for the first two years of employment, 4% for years 2-3 of employment, and up to 5% of your salary from the fourth year onward of continued employment.

Partially paid Parental Leave for eligible employees. (3 weeks)

Additional voluntary employee paid coverage including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Employee Paid Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.

Professional Growth:

Opportunities to work with leading experts in the field of T-cell immunotherapy.

Company provided learning and development opportunities

Fast paced, high demand collaborative and dynamic environment.

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