Sr. Sterilization Scientist

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 jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Quality Job Sub Function: R&D/Scientific Quality Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description: Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. DePuy Synthes, is recruiting for a Senior Sterilization Scientist , to be located in West Chester, PA; Warsaw, IN; Raynham, MA or Palm Beach Gardens, FL . About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech As a Sr Sterilization Scientist, you will join our dynamic team of experts in the field of microbiology and sterilization. This position is an opportunity to be a key contributor in the development of end-to-end strategies for the sterile and non-sterile orthopedic medical device portfolio. The position covers the full range of responsibilities for developing, implementing and maintaining sterilization processes to ensure the safety and quality of our products. Your work will contribute to attaining the highest standards of sterilization, preventing contamination, and ensuring product efficacy. While collaborating with a hard-working team of scientists, you will have the opportunity to work with innovative sterilization technologies!

Effectively communicate and present information on the topics of microbiology and cleanliness related to the manufacturing process and/or finished device. Works with Product Development Teams to ensure the microbiological quality risks are identified & mitigated and customer/regulatory requirements are met. Complete sterilization validations or product adoptions of new products. Support of compliance audits, including both regulatory and critical supplier audits. Conduct technical assessments of contract sterilizers, contract manufacturers and laboratories Perform investigations to ensure compliance to procedures and regulatory requirements and verify potential product quality issues are addressed.