Alcon

BioProcess Engineer III

Alcon$66K — $124K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field with 4 years of cGMP experience in biologics, pharmaceuticals, or vaccine manufacturing; OR 6 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
  • Experience in key areas such as cell culture, recovery, purification, bulk formulation, and fill-finish processes.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to perform near vision tasks equivalent to 20/20 vision, with or without corrective lenses.

Responsibilities

  • Produce clinical and commercial products to meet quality and compliance standards.
  • Troubleshoot equipment on the manufacturing floor to ensure reliable operations.
  • Maintain inspection-ready documentation, including manufacturing and training records.
  • Support regulatory audits by providing required manufacturing expertise.
  • Lead technology transfers and the implementation of new products and processes.
  • Collaborate with Quality and Technical Operations teams to address production challenges.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and contribution.
  • Generous paid time off including vacations and holidays.
  • Performance-based cash incentives and possible annual equity awards.
  • Access to health and wellness resources, learning, and career growth opportunities.
Full Job Description

Job Description Summary

This position will be located at Durham, NC and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

The BioProcess Engineer downstream/Fill-Finish is responsible for executing the manufacturing operations at the plant/site. The level of the role will be determined by the years of relevant experience.


Job Description

#LI-Onsite

Location: Durham, United State

Relocation Support: This role is based in Durham, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

This role is a 2-2-3 day shift position.

  • Produce clinical and commercial products that meet quality, compliance, and business objectives.
  • Operate on the manufacturing floor, troubleshoot equipment, and drive reliable process performance.
  • Ensure manufacturing documentation, training records, and quality requirements remain inspection ready.
  • Support regulatory and internal audits by providing manufacturing expertise and timely responses.
  • Lead technology transfers and process implementation activities for new products and manufacturing processes.
  • Partner with Quality and Technical Operations teams to resolve production challenges and maintain compliance.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational excellence and efficiency.
Essential Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology or applicable field and 4 years9 experience in cGMP experience in biologics, pharmaceutical and/or vaccine manufacturing operations, including experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, bulk formulation and/or fill finish environment; OR six (6) years9 experience in cGMP experience in biologics, pharmaceutical and/or vaccine manufacturing operations, including experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, bulk formulation and/or fill finish environment in lieu of degree.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Near vision performance should be the equivalent of 20/20 with no impairment of color vision. The use of corrective lenses to achieve the desired visual acuity is permitted.
Benefits & Rewards

The salary for this position is expected to range between $32.11 and $59.61 per hour.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here

At Novartis, we9re committed to reimagining medicine together and rewarding the people who make it happen. We offer a competitive rewards package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including health and wellness resources, retirement programs, paid time off, recognition programs, and opportunities for learning and career growth. Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements and Novartis policies.


Salary Range

$66,800.00 - $124,000.00


Skills Desired

Assembly Language (ASM), Cooperation, Efficiency (Inactive), Electronic Components, Flexibility (Inactive), General Hse Knowledge (Inactive), Good Documentation Practice (Inactive), Installations (Computer Programs) (Inactive), Iso (International Organization For Standardization) (Inactive), Job Description (Inactive), Knowledge Of Gmp (Inactive), Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Production, Nuclear Medicine, Physics, Product Distribution, Production Lines, Workforce Planning

About Alcon

Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products and services. The company's products include surgical equipment, contact lenses, and eye drops. Alcon was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. The company operates in over 70 countries and has over 20,000 employees. In 2019, Alcon became an independent publicly traded company after being spun off from Novartis.
Learn more about Alcon
Size
24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
Industry
Founded
1945
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