Scientist II – Microbiology - 2406161772W

　　Description

　　Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Scientist II – Microbiology! This position will be located in Jacksonville, FL.

　　At Johnson & Johnson Vision, we have a big aspiration: help protect the most precious human sense—eyesight. We bring together cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage professionals and patients to proactively preserve and enhance sight for life. And in communities with the greatest need, we collaborate to expand access to quality eye care. www.jjvision.com

　　Position Summary:

　　The Scientist II- Microbiology provides 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.

　　Duties and Responsibilities:

　　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.

　　Adheres to environmental policy and procedures and supports department environmental objectives.

　　Qualifications

　　Education:

　　A minimum of a bachelor’s in microbiology or related science discipline

　　Required:

　　A minimum of 3 years experience in QA Microbiology Laboratory setting.

　　Experience using aseptic technique.

　　Experience in a GLP and GMP setting.

　　Experience with the operation, troubleshooting, and minor maintenance of laboratory equipment.

　　Experience with Environmental Monitoring programs and/or water systems.

　　Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

　　Preferred:

　　Experience writing investigations and protocols / technical reports.

　　Experience with steam sterilization and sterilizer qualifications.

　　Thorough knowledge of FDA, ISO, and GMP requirements.

　　Analytical and problem-solving skills.

　　General knowledge of more complex activities within the lab, with the ability to train others in specific areas.

　　Familiarity with internal / external audits.

　　Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and provide quality customer service.

　　Working knowledge in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

　　Ability to set and meet timelines and work under general supervision.

　　Other:

　　This position may require up to 10% of domestic & international travel.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.

　　For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com

　　Primary Location NA-US-Florida-Jacksonville

　　Organization Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. (6094)

　　Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time

　　Job Function Quality Control

　　Req ID: 2406161772W