Scientist II, QA Microbiology

Job description

Job Description

Requisition ID: 5294181023

Johnson & Johnson Vision (JJV), a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies is recruiting for a Scientist II, QA Microbiology, to be located in Jacksonville, FL.

JJV, is a worldwide company with operations in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Europe/Middle East/Africa regions. Research, innovation and new-product development are the focus of our organization. Since we introduced soft disposable contact lenses in 1988, and through the acquisition of Abbott Medical Optics in 2017, no other manufacturer has matched the aggressive expansion of our wide-ranging Surgical Vision (Cataracts and Lasik portfolio) and Vision Care (ACUVUE and Consumer Eye Health solutions) family of products. Our associates around the world are committed to expanding the JV brand and fortifying our position as the worldwide leader in total eye healthcare solutions.

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 125 years. We embrace research and science -- bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people. Employees of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies work with partners in health care to touch the lives of over a billion people every day, throughout the world.

In your role you will provide technical support to the operations of the manufacturing facility while under general supervision, ensuring departmental procedures meet company specifications and regulatory requirements. Participates in the execution of QA microbiology test methods and updates SOP's and protocols to document findings. Maintains routine and non-routine microbiology monitoring programs. Supports laboratory investigations, makes recommendations based upon data analysis and supports special projects. Also helps to identify and address improvement opportunities and train laboratory personnel.

The Scientist II, QA Microbiology will:
• Collects and analyzes water system, in process, pre-sterile product and environmental data independently, determining if it fits specifications or not.
• Initiates and participates in laboratory investigations / non-conformance investigations.
• Reviews, trends, analyzes, and reports sterilization or Microbiology data.
• Writes or assists in the revisions of internal departmental procedures.
• Performs organism identifications.
• Performs sterilizer equipment qualifications.
• Reviews the work of others and provides technical guidance as needed.
• Works on special projects (ex. Equipment Qualification, Test Method Validation, etc.).
• Participates in company safety objectives.
• Performs media preparation & executes quality control testing for medias and organisms.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Desired profile

Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Microbiology setting is required.
• Experience writing justifications, investigations and protocols / technical reports is preferred.
• Knowledge of advanced technical concepts is preferred
• Proven technical skills and hands on instrumentation skills is required
• Experience with Environmental Monitoring programs and water systems is required
• Experience with steam sterilization and sterilizer qualifications is preferred
• Knowledge of FDA, ISO, and GMP requirements is required.
• Experience using aseptic technique is required.
• Experience with the operation, troubleshooting, calibration, and minor maintenance of equipment is required.
• General knowledge of more complex activities within the lab, with the ability to train others in specific areas is preferred.
• Familiarity with internal / external audits is preferred
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and documentation practices is required
• Analytical and problem-solving skills is required
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills is required
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and provide quality customer service is required
• Ability to set and meet timelines and work under general supervision is required.
• This position will be located in Jacksonville, FL and may require up to 5% of domestic and
international travel.

Primary Location
United States-Florida-Jacksonville-7500 Centurion Parkway
Organization
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. (6094)
Job Function
Customer Technical Service
Requisition ID
5294181023