• Job title QC Microbiology Analyst (1 of 2)
• Function Quality
• Sub function Quality Control
• Category Experienced Analyst, Quality Control (P5)
• Location Wilson / United States of America
• Date posted Jul 15 2025
• Requisition number R-022968
• Work pattern Fully Onsite

This job posting is anticipated to close on Jul 29 2025. We may however extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

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Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are currently seeking 2 highly qualified individuals to join our team as a QC Microbiology Analyst at our new Biotherapeutics Manufacturing facility in Wilson North Carolina (BioNC). In this key role, you will be responsible for conducting microbiological testing of raw material, in-process, or final product samples submitted to the QC laboratories. This position requires testing to be completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, standards, and GMP regulations.

J&J is expanding our manufacturing capacity with $2 billion investment to support strong portfolio growth and continue delivering breakthrough innovation and transformational medicines for patients. The new facility will expand production of innovative biologic medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. J&J’s significant supply chain investment ensures a resilient and reliable future supply of medicines to meet accelerating demand for our current portfolio of medicines and our future innovations.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for execution of microbiological testing (i.e. bioburden, endotoxin, growth promotion, microbial identification, etc.) within the QC Microbiology laboratory.
• Executes analytical method qualification, validation, and transfer with guidance.
• Performs peer review and/or approval of laboratory data.
• Authors or reviews related SOPs, WIs, and technical documents.
• Trains incoming QC Microbiology laboratory personnel.
• Utilizes electronic systems (eLIMS, MES, etc.) for execution and documentation of testing.
• Maintains a safe work environment in compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering & Maintenance, MSAT, QA,

etc) to address quality issues

• Provides input to functional laboratory meetings.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding using Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and basic knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) related to the QC laboratory
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as SOPs, work instructions, test methods and protocols
• Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint)
• Performs statistical analysis, data trending, and reporting.
• Maintains individual training completion in a compliant state.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry or related field is required.
• Minimum four (4) years experience working within the biological and/or pharmaceutical industry in a laboratory setting is required.
• Knowledge of compendial (USP, EP, JP, etc.) requirements and standards for QC testing
• Prior demonstrated success at the QC associate analyst level, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Understanding and experience in application of global regulatory (FDA, EMA, etc.) guidelines in a biological or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Quality Control document authoring and reviewing.
• Experience with regulatory inspections

Other Requirements:

• An unquestionable level of integrity and commitment to operating ethically and within the boundaries of regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex quality concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented mindset, with a keen eye for identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• The ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of the organization.

Note: This position description is a general guideline; it does not purport to be an exhaustive list of all elements of the position. Management reserves the right to modify this position description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the position to meet production, scheduling or other business needs.

If you are passionate about quality in the pharmaceutical industry and possess the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a QC Microbiology Analyst. Join our team and contribute to the development of life-saving therapies in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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