Associate Scientist

Johnson & Johnson; Cork; On-site; EUR 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Ireland is seeking an Operations Process Microbiologist reporting to the Senior Plant Microbiologist. You will actively participate in the microbiological control and assurance program within the operations department, ensuring cGMP and EHS regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include leading commissioning, qualification, validation activities, maintaining documentation, training new recruits, supporting investigations, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a scientific/technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or GMP regulated environment.
• Knowledge of shop floor manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and strive to perform to high standards at all times.
• Assure safe completion of activities following environmental practices and procedures.
• Carry out routine and non-routine tasks delegated by the Team Lead.
• Comply with cGMP/EHS regulatory requirements and site procedures.
• Complete documentation in compliance with GDP and site procedures.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for current and future projects.
• Prioritize and schedule activities to meet Master Production Schedule requirements.
• Lead investigations and resolve problems on the plant.
• Participate in Cross-Functional teams as necessary.

Skills

Data analytics

GMP experience

Shop floor knowledge

Education

BSc in a scientific/technical discipline

Job description

Reporting into the Snr Plant Microbiologist the Operations process microbiologist is responsible for active participation in the microbiological control and assurance program within the operations department. Managing activities in compliance with corporate, cGMP, EHS, and other regulatory requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead by example and strive to perform to high standards at all times
• Responsible and accountable for assuring the safe accomplishment of job activities, following good environmental practices and procedures. Commit to and demonstrate safe behaviour in every activity.
• Carry out routine and non-routine tasks delegated by the Team Lead according to appropriate procedures, values and standards.
• Carry out all activities in compliance with corporate and cGMP/EHS regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with Manufacturing and general site procedures at all times.
• Completion of all documentation in compliance with site procedures and GDP.
• Execution of activities as necessary to meet operational and business needs.
• Lead, support and participate in commissioning and qualification activities both current and future projects (and annual re-qualification activities). Also support to validation activities.
• Prioritize and schedule activities to support business needs and to meet requirements of Master Production Schedule.
• Lead and Support investigation and resolution of problems on plant
• Participate in and lead Cross-Functional teams as necessary.
• Generate and assist with generation, review and revision of Manufacturing documentation as necessary.
• Ensure that personal training requirements are completed in compliance with site procedures. Training and support for new recruits to the Manufacturing group
• Support ongoing studies by Validation, OTS and other support functions.

How to Succeed

• BSc in a scientific/technical discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of experience within a pharmaceutical or GMP regulated environment
• Possess knowledge and experience of the shop floor manufacturing processes
• Working knowledge of data analytics

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 month contract.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

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For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.