Associate Analyst, QC Microbiology - LVV

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Job Function:

Quality

Job Sub Function:

Quality Control

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

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We are searching for the best talent for an Associate Analyst, QC Microbiology – LVV.

The Microbiology Lentivirus Vector (LVV) Manufacturing QC Associate Analyst is responsible for collaborating with the Operations Team to conduct environmental monitoring within the manufacturing facility. Additional responsibilities in the QC laboratory include environmental monitoring plate reads and supporting process improvements. They are responsible for ensuring testing is completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, standards, and GMP regulations. They typically work with a team of 5–15 other associates within the functional Quality Control laboratory and Manufacturing area.

Are you interested in joining a team that is positively impacting patients' lives by ensuring high quality in our cell therapy products? Apply today for this exciting opportunity to be part of the LVV team!

You will be responsible for:

• Lab support and equipment cleaning

• Participating in LVV manufacturing facility commissioning and qualification.

• Performing Routine Environmental Monitoring of classified areas within the Raritan LVV Facility.

• Performing compressed gas sampling in the LVV manufacturing facility.

• Performing environmental monitoring, APQ, and plate reads.Perform endotoxin testing of raw materials.

• Participating in gown qualification and re-qualification of personnel.

• Supporting Aseptic Process Simulations and visual inspection of components.

• Utilizing electronic systems (eLIMS) for execution and documentation of testing. Perform peer data verification/approval of laboratory data.

• Supporting process improvement teams.

• Performing tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.

Qualifications:

Education

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; a focused degree in Biological Science or an equivalent technical field preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• Minimum of 0–1 years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in the biological and/or pharmaceutical industry.

• Microbiology experience related to manufacturing.

• Detailed knowledge of microbiology testing and sampling methods, techniques, and related equipment preferred.

• Experience with aseptic processing in an ISO 5 cleanroom and/or biosafety cabinets.

• Knowledge of cGMP regulations, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and FDA/EU guidance related to the manufacturing of cell-based products is required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly organized and capable of working in a flexible team environment with a positive attitude under some supervision.

Preferred:

• Experience in a Quality Control setting.

• Experience working with cell therapy.

• Knowledge of FDA/EU guidance related to the manufacturing of cell-based products, as well as knowledge of Good Tissue Practices (GTP).

Other:

• Requires the ability to work in a cleanroom environment and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

• Requires the ability and flexibility to accommodate unplanned overtime (including nights and weekends) with little to no prior notice.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check

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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Accountability, Administrative Support, Compliance Management, Controls Compliance, Execution Focus, ISO 9001, Persistence and Tenacity, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Quality Control Testing, Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Quality Validation, Report Writing, Teamwork, Technologically Savvy

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$54,000.00 - $87,400.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits