Quality Assurance Specialist - Night Shift

Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing transformative cell and exosome-based therapies for rare diseases. At the forefront of our innovation is Deramiocel (CAP-1002), our lead cell therapy in late-stage development for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. We are also harnessing our proprietary StealthX™ exosome platform to unlock new possibilities in targeted delivery and vaccinology. Every program reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and delivering life-changing treatments to patients and families who need them most. This is an overnight (graveyard) shift role supporting off-hours GMP manufacturing. As a Quality Assurance Specialist at Capricor, you will serve as the primary Quality representative during overnight manufacturing operations (Graveyard Shift). In this role, you will provide Quality Assurance oversight for manufacturing, cryopreservation, and support activities while ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations, internal procedures, and quality standards. The ideal candidate brings experience in GMP-regulated environments, strong attention to detail, and the ability to make sound quality decisions independently during off-shift operations. \n Responsibilities * Provide Quality Assurance oversight for manufacturing, cryopreservation, and support operations during the graveyard shift. * Perform Quality on the Floor (QOTF) activities to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements. * Conduct line clearances, in-process inspections, and real-time review of manufacturing activities and documentation. * Support batch record review and verification of manufacturing documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. * Perform Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) inspections of finished drug product and related materials. * Oversee and document drug product and sample transfers following cryopreservation activities. * Review and approve routine quality records, logbooks, forms, and associated documentation as authorized. * Identify, document, and escalate quality events, deviations, and compliance concerns. * Support investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and quality risk assessments as required. * Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Supply Chain teams to support uninterrupted operations during overnight production activities.

• Ensure adherence to GMP, GDP, safety, and company policies at all times.
• Participate in inspections, audits, and regulatory readiness activities as

needed. * Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality systems, compliance, and operational efficiency. Requirements * Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. * Experience in Quality Assurance within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cell therapy, or related manufacturing environment. * Working knowledge of cGMP regulations, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and quality systems. * Experience performing Quality on the Floor (QOTF) activities and supporting manufacturing operations preferred. * Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions during off-shift operations. * Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. * Experience supporting investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls preferred. \n $100,000 - $118,000 a year \n Why Capricor? Capricor Therapeutics, a trailblazer in cell and exosome therapy, is dedicated to redefining standards of care with innovative treatments rooted in scientific excellence. Guided by integrity and a passion for patient-centered impact, our team is shaping a brighter future for healthcare. Join us and contribute to a mission-driven group that’s transforming lives with every breakthrough. Come Work With Us! At Capricor, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment that nurtures your professional growth and innovation. Join a dedicated team fueled by a passion for advancing medical science and transforming patient lives through our cutting-edge therapies. Please note that Capricor does not use Skype for interviews or recruiting activities. Candidates will only be contacted by an official Capricor email address which is @capricor.com. Additionally, Capricor will never ask potential employees to send a check or money to the Company for any reason. Notice to Recruiting Agencies Capricor Therapeutics does not accept candidate submissions or referrals from recruiting agencies, staffing firms, or third-party recruiters without expressed consent from Talent Acquisition management and a prior written agreement. Agencies that contact hiring managers directly, solicit business, or submit candidates without this approval will not be considered for any engagement. All such submissions become the property of Capricor Therapeutics, and no fees will be paid for any candidates hired as a result. We appreciate your cooperation and respect for this policy.