Cellular Therapy Processing Supervisor (Multispecialty & Research Hospital)
UT Health San Antonio
People & HR, Operations
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Nov 22, 2025
The Cellular Therapy Processing Laboratory Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing the processing and production of cellular therapy products, ensuring compliance with quality standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements. In collaboration with Medical Directors and other management team members, this position involves managing a team of technologists, coordinating workflow, and maintaining accurate records of processes and outcomes.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology) is required.
Certification:
- Certified as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathology or equivalent preferred
- Supervise and lead a team of stem cell processing technologists, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the processing of cellular therapy products (minimal manipulation only), adhering to regulatory guidelines and best practices.
- Implement, validate, and help maintain cellular therapy processing software.
- Coordinate the day-to-day processing operations, including minimal manipulation procedures and quality control checks.
- Monitor and maintain equipment and facilities required for cellular therapy processing, ensuring proper functioning and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with medical directors and clinical teams to optimize and validate processing protocols, ensuring consistent product quality and yield.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all processing activities, including product records, protocols, and quality control data.
- Participate in regulatory inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., FACT, FDA, CAP, AABB).
- Troubleshoot technical issues, deviations, and unexpected outcomes in cellular therapy processing, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Stay updated on advancements in cellular therapy technologies and processing techniques, incorporating innovative methods to enhance productivity and product quality.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.