Pipeline and Corporate IT Co-Op

Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Somerset
Posted on: February 7, 2026

Job Description:

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Pipeline and Corporate IT Co-Op as part of the IT team based in Somerset, NJ . Role Overview The IT Co-op will support the Pipeline and Corporate IT team in delivering technology solutions that enhance Laboratory, Legal, HR, and Compliance systems. This role offers hands-on experience in data management, application support, and system validation within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working with both hardware and software systems. Key Responsibilities Assist in laboratory data management , including mapping data flows for scientific processes. Develop automated scripts to transfer data into centralized repositories. Configure and troubleshoot hardware and software in lab environments. Support Computer System Validation (CSV) activities and testing for various projects of the team such as Valgenesis Upgrade, Veeva Releases, QC LIMS Enhancement . Participate in unit testing for Workday integration projects. Contribute to application support by creating knowledge base entries for Tier 1 support teams. Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, timely execution of work, collaboration with scientists, IT colleagues, and vendors are essential to ensure maximum productivity for the bench scientist as well as to ensure the integrity of both the laboratory data collected and the systems used to collect the data. Requirements Undergraduate student Sophomore/Junior/Senior pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems. Basic programming or scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to take initiative and prioritize objectives from multiple tasks; adhere to scheduled timelines while maintaining flexibility, independently or as part of a team. Self-directed with a high degree of professional integrity, very organized, and detail oriented Proficient knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Applications (Access, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word) and/or other relevant software programs. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and service-oriented attitude are essential. Must contribute to a team based, collaborative and positive environment, clarity of purpose and high commitment to business goals. Li-BG1 Li-Contract Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.

Keywords: Legend Biotech, Hackensack , Pipeline and Corporate IT Co-Op, IT / Software / Systems , Somerset, New Jersey