Director of Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine - Salt Lake City, United States - University of Utah

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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank Director of Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine (CTRM) Department Internal Medicine Admin City Salt Lake City, UT Track Track Dependent on Qualifications New Position to Begin When filled Details

We are expanding our Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine (CTRM) Program and are seeking an MD/DO or PhD with expertise in cellular therapy (CT) and/or regenerative medicine (RM) to oversee all aspects of the CTRM program.

The CTRM is jointly administered by the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies and the Department of Internal Medicine.

The successful candidate will be provided with a faculty appointment in the Division/Department and become an investigator in the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Oversight of preparation and analysis of all blood and marrow transplant products and all experimental cellular therapy products, in close collaboration with the Clinical Director, the Cellular processing Director of CTRM, and the Director of the Blood and Marrow Transplant and CT Program to ensure optimal BMT patient care.
• Continual monitoring of production methods in current use and their updating consistent with current best practices as reported in the relevant scientific literature.
• Development of clinical-grade cellular therapy products as required for state-of-the-art clinical trials.
• Working collaboratively with the Quality Assurance team for CT and the performance improvement process to identify and correct potential risks to product quality or safety. Design and implement SOP's for all processes related to cellular collections.
• Working collaboratively with the Institutional Office of Regulatory Affairs to produce IND submissions and other FDA filings that may be required for cellular therapy products manufactured in the CTRM facility.
• Overseeing research operations for CTRM, including developing a research strategy, facilitating implementation, administering research funds, and working collaboratively with investigators using CT products in their clinical trials at all stages of trial conduct including design, grant preparation, event tracking, and preparation of resultant manuscripts.
• Identification and pursuit of extramural funding opportunities and submission of grant applications.
• Recruit and work collaboratively with the Associate Director of RM to synergistically process and prepare products for experimental and clinically relevant materials, including assisting in regulatory and process development.
• Overseeing all aspects of the CT fellowship in conjunction with the CT fellowship director.

Applicant Minimum Requirements:

• MD/DO or PhD degree in biochemistry, biology, or a related field.

Preferences:

• Experience in the following areas: Hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation principles and practices
• Regulation and accreditation requirements for cell processing facilities, in a particular foundation for accreditation of cellular therapy (FACT), GTP (21CFR1271), and GMP (21CFR211, 21CFR610)
• Expertise in conducting CT research.
• Expertise in cell processing and cell cryopreservation methods
• Cell culture methods for the preparation of therapeutic cells
• Cell separation technology, including CliniMacs immunomagnetic systems
• Master process record and batch process record development and maintenance, including electronic record-keeping system requirements.

Interested candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae, with a letter of interest and letters of recommendation (multiple preferred) at the following link:

Inquiries should be sent to:
Dr. Ramiro Garzon at

CTRM at the University of Utah provides safe, high-quality products for therapeutic use and research in support of The University of Utah Transplant and CT Program at Huntsman Cancer Institute and Primary Children's Hospital.

CTRM facilitates the availability of cellular and tissue-based therapies to patients by bridging efforts in basic research, bioengineering, and the medical sciences.

CTRM has the expertise and infrastructure to address complex regulatory, financial, and manufacturing challenges associated with delivering cell and tissue-based products to patients.

CTRM has a robust research and development program of cellular and acellular biological products for therapeutic and clinical applications.

CTRM develops, tests, and manufactures its own in-house products and therapeutics and has patents and intellectual property on its proprietary processes.

CTRM collaborates with the University of Utah, other University investigators, and industry partners on novel products and therapies.

The CTRM fellowship in Cellular Therapy includes all essential clinical, operational, technical, regulatory, and quality aspects of cellular therapy, including elements of regenerative medicine.

Throughout the year, fellows will be expected to participate in clinical rotations and didactic activities to fulfill the educational objectives shown below.

Additionally, fellows are expected to design one clinical research project that might lead to an extension of the fellowship to an additional year as needed for its completion.

The Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies offers numerous opportunities for clinical, translational, and basic research with mentoring by internationally respected Hematologists and provides ongoing collaborative and infrastructure support for academic programs.

Our vision is to establish an interdisciplinary stem cell and regenerative medicine program serving the Intermountain region of the US.

Located in the foothills of the spectacular Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the State's academic flagship institution. The Hematology Division is one of the oldest and most highly respected programs in the US.

Salt Lake City has been recently voted one of the best places to live in the country, and the city has been cited for cultural diversity, convenient and affordable living, an outstanding school system, and unrivaled accessibility to outdoor activities.

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The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.

The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Please upload your CV in mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.

Open Date 01/18/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN03453F Type Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
• Yes
• No
• Where did you hear about this position?
• University of Utah Job Board
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• Friend or Referral
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Do you have the minimum required MD/DO or PhD in biochemistry, biology, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3