Alcon

QC Specialist II – LIMS/Master Data

Alcon$89K — $166K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
  • LIMS master data experience, particularly with LabWare LIMS.
  • Understanding of data flow requirements in LIMS systems.
  • Experience with Empower Master Data and method building.
  • Experience in implementing instrument connections and test plan scheduling.
  • Knowledge of ICH Q10 principles and Good Documentation Practices.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain LabWare LIMS master data for Quality Control.
  • Configure sample plans and specifications in LIMS.
  • Execute change management actions in QMS and LIMS.
  • Support new product master data creation within LIMS.
  • Troubleshoot LIMS issues with IT and management collaboration.
  • Contribute to validation efforts for LIMS and related workflows.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP and data integrity.
  • Report technical complaints related to products promptly.
  • Update and maintain relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions and matching.
  • Generous time off package including vacation and personal days.
  • Eligibility for performance-based cash incentives and equity awards.
Full Job Description

Job Description Summary

Location: Morrisville, North Carolina

Relocation Support: This role is based in Morrisville, North Carolina. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Create, maintain, and update LabWare LIMS master data to support Quality Control operations. Serve as subject matter expert for LIMS master data, workflows and audit trail and Empower CDS.
  • Configure sample plans, products, product grades, project stages, analysis, components/specifications, certificate of analysis (COA) setup, safety, suppliers, and lot testing control.
  • Execute requested change management actions in QMS and LIMS.
  • Support new product master data creation within LIMS.  Support new template creation in LIMS.
  • Troubleshoot LIMS  and Empower master data functional issues in collaboration with management, Information Technology, and service provider as necessary. 
  • Contribute to validation efforts for site LMS / Empower / NetLab and LabX workflows, enhancements and further site LIMS implementations.
  • Ensure all activities are in compliance with cGMP, including data integrity review and approval of analytical data and tests
  • Report technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt
  • Update and maintain SOPs as needed. 

Essential Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
  • LIMS master data experience is required, including foundational experience with LabWare LIMS
  • Understanding of structures and data flow requirements in LIMS systems.
  • Empower Master Data and method building experience is required.
  • Experience implementing instrument connections, Environmental Monitoring test plans, test scheduling and LES implementations
  • Knowledge of International Council for Harmonisation Q10 principles, data integrity requirements, change control, and Good Documentation Practices.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to identify, prioritize, and escalate issues in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Requirements
  • At least 1 year of GMP laboratory and system infrastructure experience
  • Applied working knowledge of various laboratory instrumentation.  

The salary for this position is expected to range between $89,600 and $166,400 per year. 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.

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Salary Range

$89,600.00 - $166,400.00


 

Skills Desired

Analytical Testing, Collaboration, Communication, Data Integrity, Decision Making, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Managing Ambiguity, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Compliance, Quality Control (QC), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Regulatory Compliance, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Validation Activities

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.
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Size
24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
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Founded
1945
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