Dendreon Corporation

Senior Quality Control Associate

Dendreon Corporation (Nasdaq: DNDN) is a biotechnology company whose mission is to target cancer and transform lives through the development of innovative cancer treatments. In addition to its immunotherapies in clinical and preclinical development for a variety of cancers, Dendreon's product pipeline also includes monoclonal antibody and small molecule product candidates. Dendreon has research and development alliances with Genentech, Inc., Abgenix, Inc. and Dyax Corp.

Dendreon is seeking a Senior QC Associate for a high profile position on the Validation and Transfer Team within the Quality Control Department. This is an exciting position in a fast paced environment, responsible for the design, execution and documentation of Analytical Procedure validation and transfer studies for a wide variety of established analytical procedures. This position also acts as a liaison with the Assay Development departments, ensuring a successful transfer of newly developed analytical methods into QC, and provides technical expertise during investigations and troubleshooting activities. The successful candidate will mentor QC Associates and assume a leadership role in the laboratory and in the conference room. This position must communicate effectively, both internally with members of other departments within Dendreon, and externally with contract laboratories and vendors.

Description:

• Review development/qualification data, implement into the lab, and train QC staff regarding complex product release and stability assays (e.g., Flow Cytometry, Hematology, HPLC, Electrophoresis, ELISA, cell based assays).
• Recommend assay optimization strategies, design studies to support recommendations; balance scientific concerns with regulatory requirements.
• Generate documents; Standard Operating Procedures, Test Methods, Qualification/Validation Protocols & Reports, Laboratory Investigations.
• Liaison between QC and other departments, provide analytical support to Seattle QC as needed.
• Communicate with Seattle QC department and external contract laboratories on a routine basis.
• Coordinate analytical procedure transfer/qualification/validation activities with multiple QC groups.

Requirements:

• B.S./M.S. degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or other relevant scientific discipline.
• 5 years of experience in a regulated laboratory setting, cGMP Quality Control laboratory preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of biopharmaceutical assays, bioassays and associated instrumentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and assay validation design is highly preferred.
• Ability to prioritize, work under tight timelines and to work through others as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated problem solving skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Long periods of standing while performing laboratory tasks.
• Long periods of sitting while performing data analysis.

The preceding job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Additional and incidental duties related to the primary duties may be required for company business needs from time to time.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including bonus, matching 401(k) & stock options. Please visit www.resourcehire.com/clients/Dendreon/publicjobs/controller.cfm to submit your resume.

Dendreon Corporation
Reference Job Code: 4888

Dendreon Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 03/16/2006