Industry Trainer, Fermentation, Cell Culture, Gene Therapy

Industry Trainer, Fermentation, Cell Culture, Gene Therapy

Employer

Wake Technical Community College
9101 Fayetteville Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone: 919-866-5000

Job Location

BioNetwork Capstone Center

Salary/Grade

$54,131.97 - $71,742.59 Annually

Benefits

State of NC

Job Category

  • Professional

Application Period

Opens: Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Closes: Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Target Start Date

Thursday, July 1, 2021

Expected Work Hours

Hour may vary

Employment Type

Full-time Annual

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree preferably in a life science, chemistry, regulatory science, biopharmaceutical sciences or related field
 
Five years of experience working in a cGMP or cGLP environment with fermentation, cell culture, gene therapy 
 
Or equivalent combination of education and experience 
 
Ability to travel 20% annually
 
Valid Driver's license and approval required by the College’s liability insurance carrier
 

Preferred Qualifications

Ten years of experience working in a cGMP or cGLP environment

Experience supervising a team
 
Experience functioning in a leadership role while performing project execution
 
Experience creating and delivering training programs within community college environment
 

Position Description

Most postings are open for a limited time, depending upon the number of applications received.  When the stated closing date is "Continuous", please apply immediately. The position may close without notice.

Pay Grade: Professional 7

The Industry Trainer  develops courses and training programs for clients including customized training departments within the NCCCS, biotech companies from across the state of North Carolina, NC universities and colleges, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and international bio manufacturing companies.
 
This position is part of a state-wide Bionetwork program funded by the North Carolina Community College System.  Wake Technical Community College serves as the fiscal agent for this position.  Daily operational and supervisory activities are conducted and managed by North Carolina Community College System personnel. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.  
 
*Develops new lecture material and course modules including course syllabi, presentation slides, team activities and assessments catered to college, company and student needs including in-person and virtual material 
 
 *Delivers hands-on, industry specific workforce development courses to customers as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the following subject areas:
 

  • Fermentation, Cell Culture, Gene Therapy 

 *Oversees adjunct industry trainers to include hiring supervision, assignments, scheduling, coordinating training activities, goal setting, and evaluations
 
 *Collaborates with Customized Training Directors (CTDs) across the state and their respective community colleges to determine industry training needs and execute course delivery
 
Researches, designs and develops class and laboratory activities relevant for assigned courses on processes related to area of expertise
 
Develops certificate programs related to the area of expertise
 
Promptly responds to new and existing requests for course modules by developing appropriate training solutions based on industry needs 
 
Works with management and cross-functional teams to strategically plan a roadmap of future training and development needs and participates in meetings and committees with industry clients and other stakeholders
 
Maintains effective working relationships with industry representatives, BioNetwork colleagues, community college staff and the general public
 
Serves as a representative of BioNetwork at industry related conferences and meetings, biomanufacturing forums and advisory boards
 
Promotes continuous improvement by completing an annual applied benchmark project on an individual or a group basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
 
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
 
Exceptional organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task with demonstrated commitment to follow-through expeditiously
 
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
 
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
 
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching, and instruction for individuals and groups and the measurement of learning transfer
 
Ability to select training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the intended audience
 
Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory guidelines
 
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
 
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the use of internet resources
 
Willingness to learn and expand knowledge base
 

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online through the following link: Industry Trainer, Fermentation, Cell Culture, Gene Therapy

Job Post Contact

Human Resources

humanresources@waketech.edu

919-866-7890