Associate Scientist (Hours: Sun - Wed 7am - 5:30pm)

Associate Scientist (Hours: Sun - Wed 7am - 5:30pm)390483BRJan 21, 2024USAAbout the RoleLocation: Onsite - Morris Plains, NJShift: Sunday - Wednesday 7am - 5:30pmNovartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.365 days a year, we aspire to be the best manufacturer of Cell & Gene therapies to ensure our patients have the treatments they need to live longer, healthier lives.Under general direction, perform testing and other activities in functions supporting the Quality Control department (Micro/EM, QC Bio-assay, and raw materials, as appropriate). Perform Bio-Analytical testing such as Flow, ELISA, cell count, cell viability, qPCR. Perform micro/EM testing such as environmental monitoring, gram stain, sterility, endotoxin, and mycoplasma. Perform raw material testing such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, osmolarity, UV/VIS, polarimeter, refractometer, and viscometer. Maintain controls and reference standards to support testing. Maintenance of Cell Lines and cell banks. Review/approve data generated by other team members. Perform method qualification/optimization of methods as per appropriate protocols. Contribute to OOS/OOE investigations and deviation investigations. Support 5S and Lean projects. Knowledge of LabWare LIMS and/or other QC data systems. Maintain GMP/GLP quality systems and follows quality policiesDiversity & Inclusion / EEOWe are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:

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Role Requirements BA or MS in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or other related science AND 0 - 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biologics, microbiology, sterile manufacture, or medical device industry. Knowledge of cGMP and an understanding of the concepts of GLP, good clinical practices and FDA guidelines, applicable state and foreign regulations, and standards routinely used in the industry (i.e., ANSI, ISO, etc.). Knowledge of microbiological and environmental monitoring, bioassay, and/or raw material test methods, as appropriate. Knowledge of LIMS systems. Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of individuals in various aspects of Novartis operations. Detail-oriented with expertise in problem solving and solid decision-making abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.DivisionOperationsBusiness UnitQUALITYLocationUSASiteMorris Plains, NJCompany / Legal EntityNovartis PharmaceuticalsFunctional AreaQualityJob TypeFull TimeEmployment TypeRegularShift WorkNo