QC Microbiology Technician (Wed-Sat 12:00pm - 10:30pm)

Novartis • Morris Plains, NJ

4d • $45,300 - $84,100 • Onsite

About The Position

As a QC Microbiology Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing environments meet the highest microbiological standards. Working onsite in Morris Plains during a Wednesday through Saturday, 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM shift, you will support environmental monitoring activities, generate high‑quality data, and contribute directly to product release.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in microbiology or a closely related scientific field.
• At least one year of experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical laboratory.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Experience performing environmental monitoring or microbiology testing.
• Ability to document laboratory activities accurately while maintaining data integrity.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and microbiological principles.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and laboratory methods.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System.
• Familiarity with hazardous waste handling procedures in laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and batch‑related environmental monitoring in controlled manufacturing environments.
• Document laboratory activities accurately and in real time, following current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Record, review, and maintain laboratory data in accordance with data integrity principles.
• Support daily setup, operation, and maintenance of the environmental monitoring laboratory.
• Incubate, read, and enumerate microbiological samples using cultured media.
• Prepare microbiology samples and out‑of‑specification media for shipment to contract laboratories.
• Review and track microbiology results supporting timely product release.
• Collect samples and analyze data supporting gowning qualification programs.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is calibrated, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life and disability coverage
• a 401(k) with company contribution
• various paid time off benefits, including vacation, sick time, and parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree