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Since 1983, Johns Hopkins Care at Home has provided safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care in the home and community. Our team links care across multiple sites for patients, families, and colleagues in an effort to restore, maintain, and promote health and reduce the effects of disease and disability. As part of Johns Hopkins Medicine, we have access to the most innovative treatments and the latest research, and we emphasize education and training among our team members. We also collaborate with doctors, nurses, and specialists throughout Johns Hopkins Medicine to ensure continuity of your care.
Care At Home - Who we are: https://youtu.be/FJpe-cbaA7g?si=ula_iBAkPPb7PTPm (Copy and paste into browser)
The Clinical Coordinator, Cell & Gene Therapy is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the use of gene therapy treatments across Johns Hopkins Medicine. This role will support cell and gene therapies administered in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, or procedural areas. This position may also support other high investment medications as needed. This role includes clinical, operational, and administrative responsibilities, focusing on ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of cell and gene therapy treatments to patients. The Clinical Coordinator supports precepting interns, students, or residents. This role will require travel to Baltimore, Maryland, Washington D.C. and St. Petersburg, Florida intermittently to support new product implementations and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure cohesive patient care related to gene therapy
- Provide clinical expertise in the selection and use of gene therapies, including development of restriction and patient selection criteria
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for gene therapy
- Monitor and manage patient cases throughout the medication use process
- Coordinate with manufacturers, specialty distributors, and purchasing leadership for the procurement of gene therapies
- Lead the development of formulary monographs for new cell and gene therapies (CGTs) to support Formulary and Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee review
- Lead the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures and policies in collaboration with multidisciplinary stakeholder groups
- Support development of educational materials for gene therapy treatments, expected outcomes, and potential side effects
- Ensure compliance with drug-specific access contracts and multidisciplinary team training requirements
- Confirm prior authorization is obtained for gene therapies and support appeals where necessary to secure medication access for patients
- Support managed care and payer relations teams in the negotiation of single case agreements and other payer contracts for gene therapy treatments
- Assist in the tracking and reporting of financial and clinical data
What Awaits You?
- Career growth and development
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Competitive Benefits Package
- Tuition Assistance
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy resulting in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS degree.
- 0-2 years of experience in clinical pharmacy practice operations (Required)
- Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency (Preferred)
- Pharmacist license in applicable state
Salary Range: Minimum 55.41/hour - Maximum 91.50/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Since 1983, Johns Hopkins Care at Home has provided safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care in the home and community. Our team links care across multiple sites for patients, families, and colleagues in an effort to restore, maintain, and promote health and reduce the effects of disease and disability. As part of Johns Hopkins Medicine, we have access to the most innovative treatments and the latest research, and we emphasize education and training among our team members. We also collaborate with doctors, nurses, and specialists throughout Johns Hopkins Medicine to ensure continuity of your care.
Care At Home - Who we are: https://youtu.be/FJpe-cbaA7g?si=ula_iBAkPPb7PTPm (Copy and paste into browser)
The Clinical Coordinator, Cell & Gene Therapy is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the use of gene therapy treatments across Johns Hopkins Medicine. This role will support cell and gene therapies administered in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, or procedural areas. This position may also support other high investment medications as needed. This role includes clinical, operational, and administrative responsibilities, focusing on ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of cell and gene therapy treatments to patients. The Clinical Coordinator supports precepting interns, students, or residents. This role will require travel to Baltimore, Maryland, Washington D.C. and St. Petersburg, Florida intermittently to support new product implementations and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure cohesive patient care related to gene therapy
- Provide clinical expertise in the selection and use of gene therapies, including development of restriction and patient selection criteria
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for gene therapy
- Monitor and manage patient cases throughout the medication use process
- Coordinate with manufacturers, specialty distributors, and purchasing leadership for the procurement of gene therapies
- Lead the development of formulary monographs for new cell and gene therapies (CGTs) to support Formulary and Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee review
- Lead the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures and policies in collaboration with multidisciplinary stakeholder groups
- Support development of educational materials for gene therapy treatments, expected outcomes, and potential side effects
- Ensure compliance with drug-specific access contracts and multidisciplinary team training requirements
- Confirm prior authorization is obtained for gene therapies and support appeals where necessary to secure medication access for patients
- Support managed care and payer relations teams in the negotiation of single case agreements and other payer contracts for gene therapy treatments
- Assist in the tracking and reporting of financial and clinical data
What Awaits You?
- Career growth and development
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Competitive Benefits Package
- Tuition Assistance
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy resulting in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS degree.
- 0-2 years of experience in clinical pharmacy practice operations (Required)
- Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency (Preferred)
- Pharmacist license in applicable state
Salary Range: Minimum 55.41/hour - Maximum 91.50/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Who's Hiring
- AstraZeneca10
- Legend Biotech8
- Gilead Sciences5
- CareDx4
- Genentech3
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cell therapy specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a closely related life science
- Hands-on experience with aseptic technique and GMP manufacturing in a regulated environment
- Proficiency with cell culture, flow cytometry, and cell viability assessment methods
- Familiarity with electronic batch records and deviation management documentation systems
- Experience handling human-derived biological materials under chain-of-custody protocols
- Knowledge of FDA regulations governing cell and gene therapy products, including 21 CFR Part 1271
Tips for Your Cell Therapy Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to GMP compliance
Cell therapy employers scan resumes for GMP experience before anything else. List every GMP-regulated environment you've worked in, name the specific processes you followed, and call out any FDA inspections or audits you supported directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cell therapy specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight chain-of-custody and documentation skills
Many cell therapy roles require handling autologous or allogeneic patient material under strict chain-of-custody protocols. Your resume should name the electronic batch record or chain-of-custody systems you've used and describe the error-prevention steps you owned.
Target postings by manufacturing phase
Cell therapy teams hire separately for upstream processing, downstream purification, fill-and-finish, and quality control. Read each posting carefully and align your application materials to the exact phase the employer describes, rather than submitting a generic resume.
Prepare case-based answers for technical interviews
Interviewers for these roles commonly ask you to walk through a deviation or out-of-specification event you investigated. Prepare two or three specific examples that show your CAPA process, your documentation approach, and the outcome you achieved.
Negotiate start date around any required training
Many cell therapy facilities require proprietary equipment certification or site-specific GMP training before you can work independently on product. Confirm the training timeline during the offer stage so your start date reflects the actual time-to-productivity the team needs.
Cell Therapy Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cell therapy specialists?
The most active employers for cell therapy specialists right now are AstraZeneca, Legend Biotech, and Gilead Sciences, and the most openings are in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at contract development and manufacturing organizations and large academic medical centers running active CAR-T programs.
How many cell therapy specialist jobs are remote?
About 53% of cell therapy specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on laboratory and GMP manufacturing requirements most roles carry. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are regulatory affairs support, quality systems documentation, and clinical operations roles that sit adjacent to the core manufacturing function.
How do you become a cell therapy specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science such as cell biology, biochemistry, or biomedical engineering, then gain hands-on laboratory experience in a GMP or research setting. Seek roles that involve cell culture, aseptic technique, and regulated documentation. Many specialists move into the field from clinical labs, blood banks, or academic research positions that work with primary human cells, then build GMP experience on the job or through targeted contract roles at CDMOs.
Can you get a cell therapy specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level cell therapy specialist roles exist, and employers filling them typically value aseptic technique, cell culture fundamentals, and documentation discipline over years of industry experience. A background in a hospital blood bank, a university cell biology lab, or a clinical research setting that handled human biological samples gives you a credible foundation. Applying to associate or technician-level postings at CDMOs is often the most direct path in.
What does the cell therapy specialist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for cell therapy specialist roles include an initial screening call focused on your GMP background and regulatory knowledge, followed by a technical interview where you walk through specific processes you've performed such as cell expansion, harvest, or formulation. Many employers add a practical skills assessment or a facility tour where you discuss your aseptic technique approach. Final rounds typically include a panel with quality, manufacturing, and clinical operations stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to cell therapy specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to cell therapy specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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