2nd Shift QC Analyst: GMP Microbiology & Analytics

U469 (FCRS = US469) AAA USA Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis, located in Millburn, New Jersey, is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to perform chemical and microbiological testing of materials and products within a GMP environment. The role supports day-to-day QC operations, instrumentation, environmental monitoring, and investigations.

The 2nd shift (4x10) runs 3:00 pm–1:30 am, with Sun–Wed or Wed–Sun; the position offers comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives based on experience and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum two years of experience in GMP or aseptic environment.
• Hands-on experience with physicochemical techniques and analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, iTLC).
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to QC testing.
• Understanding of aseptic principles including environmental monitoring and sterility testing.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and translate results into technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and packaging components.
• Execute environmental monitoring and sterility testing in GMP-compliant environments.
• Prepare, operate, clean, and maintain QC equipment, reagents, materials, and testing areas.
• Manage samples, document testing activities, report results, and escalate deviations.
• Support investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and revision of procedures and forms.
• Participate in equipment, method, and process qualification and validation activities.
• Prepare accurate analytical records and support audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Analytical data interpretation

Documentation practices

Environmental monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

iTLC

Job description

Novartis, located in Millburn, New Jersey, is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to perform chemical and microbiological testing of materials and products within a GMP environment. The role supports day-to-day QC operations, instrumentation, environmental monitoring, and investigations.

The 2nd shift (4x10) runs 3:00 pm–1:30 am, with Sun–Wed or Wed–Sun; the position offers comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives based on experience and regulatory requirements.