QC Laboratory Technician (Sun-Wed 3PM - 1:30 AM)

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Location: Morris Plains, NJ, United States

Shift: Sunday - Wednesday PM (4 x 10s) 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM

You must be able to work this specific shift. Please only apply if these days and hours align with your schedule.

Relocation Support: This role is based in Morris Plains, NJ, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and restock laboratory workstations with required consumables and reagents
• Manage reagent inventory to maintain accurate stock levels and uninterrupted lab operations
• Support sample lifecycle activities including inventory, shipment, and appropriate sample disposal
• Perform daily instrumentation setup and calibration for laboratory equipment such as flow cytometers and quantitative polymerase chain reaction systems
• Execute routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment to ensure performance and compliance
• Verify analytical data in real time to ensure accuracy and adherence to established methods
• Follow standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements to maintain a compliant laboratory environment

Essential Requirements

• Associate’s degree (minimum) in science or a related field required
• At least one year of experience or exposure in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or medical device industry
• Hands-on laboratory experience, including use of micro pipettes and aseptic techniques
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and/or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and regulatory guidelines
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems preferred (LIMS)
• Working knowledge of quality systems and standard operating procedures (i.e. ESOP's, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective written and verbal communication skills. Must be fluent in English.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting analytical laboratory instrumentation such as flow cytometry or quantitative polymerase chain reaction systems
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and industry frameworks, including International Organization for Standardization and American National Standards Institute

The salary for this position is expected to range between $45,300 and $84,100 per year.
The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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