Clinical Lab Techician - Scien. Support

National Black MBA Association; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a laboratory support professional for its East Hanover site. This role involves managing samples, inventory, and ensuring compliance with SOPs in a QC laboratory environment. Candidates should have a background in biological sciences and some experience in a lab setting. The position requires shift work, and only local candidates will be considered.

Benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off benefits

Medical benefits

Qualifications

• 0 - 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry, ideally in a QC laboratory.
• Knowledge of appropriate GMP/GLP concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage restocking PPE and other required materials.
• Perform sample receipt of QC samples from production.
• Assist with sample management for cell and gene therapy modalities.

Skills

Laboratory

Data Entry

Technical Support

Scientific Support

Computer Systems

SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)

Education

AS/BA in cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, virology, biochemistry, microbiology

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position will be located at East Hanover, NJ site and will not have the ability to be located remotely.
“Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be considered.”

Under general direction, perform supporting and administrative activities supporting the Raw Materials, BioAnalytics and Microbiology in the Analytical Operations department of TRD CGT East Hanover.

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Key Responsibilities:

•**Shift position** Work on shifts covering daytime / evening and one or both weekend days. Shift will be fixed according to business need.
•Manage restocking PPE and other required materials in designated areas.
•Perform sample receipt of QC samples from the production unit
•Assist with sample management for both cell and gene therapy modalities
•Manage shipment of samples in and out of the site.
•Manage reagent and consumable inventory for assigned areas of responsibilities.
•Prepare common reagents and buffers required for testing.
•Performs inspections and testing of raw materials.
•Bulk gas receipt and testing.
•Monthly review of laboratory logbooks and monthly laboratory and equipment cleaning.
•Ensures cleanliness of laboratory working areas.
•Perform all testing and activities compliantly following appropriate SOPs and procedures.

Job Description

Requirements:

• Preferred AS/BA in cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, virology, biochemistry, microbiology, or other related science
• 0 - 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biologics, microbiology, sterile manufacture, or medical device industry, ideally in a QC laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of appropriate GMP/GLP concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills.
• Ability to identify and communicate errors in analytical execution.
• Ensure customer (internal and external) satisfaction and react to customer (internal and external) requests.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25.19/hr and $46.83/hr; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Company will not sponsor visas for this position.

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

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 and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range

$52,400.00 - $97,400.00

Skills Desired

Computer Systems, Data Entry, Laboratory, Lifesciences, Scientific Support, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure), Technical Support