Quality Control Lab Scientist 1

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SUMMARY

Designs, conducts, and interprets biological experiments to support development programs and identifies biological pathways and agent. Provides biological scientific support to technology and product development. Reviews scientific and technical summaries and provides recommendations for potential business applications.

The Scientist Level 1 will report directly to the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager and after training will perform routine testing in compliance with laboratory test methods and procedures to support the manufacturing and timely delivery of product to customers (80 to 100%). As a trainee, the Scientist 1 must have the ability to assimilate and apply information rapidly. The Scientist I will receive general instructions about required tasks and results expected. Work will be well defined and is reviewed for accuracy upon completion. The Scientist 1 is expected to apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations and to recognize discrepancies in results and follow operations through a series of detailed steps and processes. Additionally, the Scientist Level 1 has accountability and ownership to maintain laboratory instruments in their qualified state.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:

• Performs environmental monitoring, lab assays and biomarker identification and development.

• Utilizes state-of-the-art knowledge to perform tasks.

• Assists in performing biological indicator, growth promotion, endotoxin, and bioburden testing, and microbial identifications.

• Maintains accurate documentation and timely reporting.

• Performs data analysis and interpretation; gives scientific input based on current literature.

• Operates laboratory equipment. Utilizes computer software packages.

• Prepares standards, reagents, and controls according to established procedures.

Major responsibilities will include:

• Performing with competence, upon training, routine testing following laboratory test methods and procedures.

• Developing a competence, upon training, in the use of laboratory instruments and equipment

• Performing daily calibrations/verifications and routine maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and equipment according to current SOPs.

• Working in compliance with current GMPs with regard to documenting, testing and maintaining accurate laboratory notebooks and data sheets.

• Initiation and participation in laboratory investigations of non-conforming laboratory test results.

• Collecting and preparing laboratory records for evaluation following good documentation practices.

• Performing other related duties as assigned by management.

• Work in team environment behaving in a CREDO based respectful.

• Comply with all job specific safety procedures and utilize PPE when necessary.

• Comply with quality system requirements as defined within procedures and instructions.

• Use test equipment (Starett Gauge, Mitutoyo Gauge, Microscope, Instron, etc.) where applicable.

• Utilize applicable software systems as needed for the job (e.g. ComplianceWire, ADAPTIV, etc.)

• Consistently meet required work performance targets (RE's), if applicable

• Support LEAN and Six Sigma Initiatives.

• Support Maintenance Excellence (ME2) including 6S and Operator Asset Care.

• Accurately complete records as defined within the job procedures (e.g. manual and/or electronic documentation).

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Consistently meet required Training due date targets.

• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level

• For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable

• Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures

• Performs other duties assigned as needed

Qualifications

Education, Skills & Experience Required:

• Generally, Requires 0-2 Years Work Experience

• University/bachelor's degree or Equivalent

• A Bachelor of Science Degree is required

• Good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

• Self-motivated

• Quality Systems

• Will provide no supervision to others

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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