Johnson & Johnson MedTech
Scientist, R&D Microbiology
Location: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
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
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
Purpose The Scientist will advance innovation in the antibacterial medical device development industry. In this role, you will design, execute, and analyze in vitro microbiology studies, delivering data‑driven insights that support innovation in a highly regulated research environment. The position supports Front End Innovation, New Product Development, and Lifecycle Management for J&J MedTech R&D.
Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory research under general supervision using established methodology and aid in development of new methodology.
Analyze and interpret experimental results; summarize findings for presentations and write reports.
Show a strong interest in personal development and growth of advanced theoretical knowledge in the antibacterial medical device field of study.
Contribute to the development of new protocols, test methods, and operating procedures.
Perform basic and applied research in the area of medical device microbiology to answer scientific questions pertaining to biofilm formation and microbial control on medical devices.
Contribute to installation, validation, and qualification of lab equipment as needed to further research capabilities.
Contribute to updating protocols, test methods, and standard operating procedures.
Education and Required Experience
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or a related biological science with a minimum of 1 year experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or consumer applied microbiology.
Biosafety Level 2 Laboratory experience executing routine lab assays such as MIC, time kill, Zone of Inhibition, bacterial growth promotion.
Hands‑on experience with method/equipment development, optimization, qualification, and validation.
Strong understanding of GxP lab operations.
Excellent communication, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Experience training and mentoring other personnel on techniques and equipment.
Preferred Skills & Experiences
MS in Microbiology or biological science with 1+ year of microbiology experience in a medical device laboratory setting.
Understanding of Medical Device test method validations and 510K submissions.
Direct experience with implementing and execution of experiments using USP, ISO and/or ASTM methods.
Experience in GxP Medical Device laboratory processes including audit participation and lab equipment validation.
Experience with ISO, USP, and/or ASTM methods.
Experience in internal and external audits.
Experience in developing in vitro biofilm methods.
Other
This position is based in Raritan, NJ and requires up to 10% International/Domestic travel.
Must be able to work on‑site five days a week.
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated base pay range: $88,500 to $119,000. Eligible for an annual performance bonus per company guidelines. Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plans. Further information can be found at https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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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
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
Purpose The Scientist will advance innovation in the antibacterial medical device development industry. In this role, you will design, execute, and analyze in vitro microbiology studies, delivering data‑driven insights that support innovation in a highly regulated research environment. The position supports Front End Innovation, New Product Development, and Lifecycle Management for J&J MedTech R&D.
Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory research under general supervision using established methodology and aid in development of new methodology.
Analyze and interpret experimental results; summarize findings for presentations and write reports.
Show a strong interest in personal development and growth of advanced theoretical knowledge in the antibacterial medical device field of study.
Contribute to the development of new protocols, test methods, and operating procedures.
Perform basic and applied research in the area of medical device microbiology to answer scientific questions pertaining to biofilm formation and microbial control on medical devices.
Contribute to installation, validation, and qualification of lab equipment as needed to further research capabilities.
Contribute to updating protocols, test methods, and standard operating procedures.
Education and Required Experience
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or a related biological science with a minimum of 1 year experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or consumer applied microbiology.
Biosafety Level 2 Laboratory experience executing routine lab assays such as MIC, time kill, Zone of Inhibition, bacterial growth promotion.
Hands‑on experience with method/equipment development, optimization, qualification, and validation.
Strong understanding of GxP lab operations.
Excellent communication, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Experience training and mentoring other personnel on techniques and equipment.
Preferred Skills & Experiences
MS in Microbiology or biological science with 1+ year of microbiology experience in a medical device laboratory setting.
Understanding of Medical Device test method validations and 510K submissions.
Direct experience with implementing and execution of experiments using USP, ISO and/or ASTM methods.
Experience in GxP Medical Device laboratory processes including audit participation and lab equipment validation.
Experience with ISO, USP, and/or ASTM methods.
Experience in internal and external audits.
Experience in developing in vitro biofilm methods.
Other
This position is based in Raritan, NJ and requires up to 10% International/Domestic travel.
Must be able to work on‑site five days a week.
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated base pay range: $88,500 to $119,000. Eligible for an annual performance bonus per company guidelines. Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plans. Further information can be found at https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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