REQ-10089171
十月 07, 2026
USA

摘要

Are you passionate about protecting product quality and ensuring patient safety? As a QC Microbiology Technician, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the microbiological integrity of our manufacturing environments. Based onsite in Morris Plains, you will perform routine and batch-related environmental monitoring in controlled environments, ensuring compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and helping uphold the highest standards of quality and safety.

About the Role

#LI-Onsite

Shift/Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 12:00pm - 10:30pm (10-hour shifts)

Location: Morris Plains, United States

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


Key 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.

 

Essential 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.

 

Desirable Requirements:

 

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

US Salary Transparency


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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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations

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Operations
Quality
USA
New Jersey
Morris Plains
Quality
Full time
Regular
No
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REQ-10089171

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

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