Sr QA Analyst I Job in Houston 77054, Texas US
Building on its heritage of more than 65 years, Alcon, the global leader in eye care, is the second largest division of the Novartis Group with combined pro-forma sales of more than USD 9.4 billion in 2010. The division was formed by Novartis on April 8, 2011, following the closing of the merger between Alcon and Novartis. The new Alcon Division combines the product portfolios, commercialization capabilities, RD and talent of Alcon, CIBA VISION and Novartis Ophthalmics. Today, Alcon has more than 22,000 employees with headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.A. Alcon's three businesses - Surgical, Pharmaceutical and Vision Care - meet the diverse needs of eye care professionals and patients offering the widest spectrum of eye care products with operations in 75 countries and products available in 180 markets. For more information, visit www.alcon.com .
Overall Job Summary: Performs a wide variety of laboratory analyses on raw materials, in-process materials and finished medical devices. Analyzes chemical, biological or microbiological samples, in support of the company's quality program. Primary responsibilities includes performing microbiological analyses on product or environmental samples in support of plant bioburden and environmental monitoring programs; performing sterility tests on product samples and biological indicators; identification of microorganisms using various techniques; evaluating and revise existing process and procedures if necessary in order to meet current government, industry and company regulations and standards and performing routine laboratory tasks.
Applies existing techniques and procedures with recommendations and implementation of modification for improved efficiency, or devises and develops new analytical methods and techniques, if needed. Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Works under general supervision. Follows established procedures.
Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, biology or science related field.
Minimum Experience Requirements: A minimum of seven years of combined experience in pharmaceutical or medical device industries. Demonstrate excellent written scientific communication skills. Experience in use of sterility suite and aseptic transferring and testing techniques. Experience in Good Laboratory Practice regulated laboratory preferred.
Local candidates preferred
Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to quality through diversity. Pre-employment drug testing.
Our generous benefits package includes the Novartis Investment Savings 401(k) Plan which provides a company contribution of up to 6%. In addition, after one year of service, employees are eligible for the Alcon Retirement Plan (ARP), to which Alcon contributes 6% of eligible pay. By combining the Company's contributions to the 401(k) and ARP, employees can receive up to 12% of eligible pay from Alcon towards retirement. Alcon also offers a premier level of coverage for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, an on-site fitness center and much more. Consider having all this in a fast paced environment within a stable world-class organization.
