Scientist, R&D Microbiology

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

Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:
Biological Research

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

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

We are searching for the best talent to join our MedTech team as a Scientist, Microbiology R&D, located in Raritan, NJ.

Purpose: The Scientist will contribute to advancing innovation in the antibacterial medical device development industry.

In this role, you will apply your scientific expertise to 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. 

In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:


* Conducting laboratory research under general supervision using established methodology, and aiding in development of new methodology.


* Analyzing and interpreting experimental results.

The candidate will summarize findings for presentations and write reports.



* Showing a strong interest in their personal development and growth of advanced theoretical knowledge in the antibacterial medical device field of study.


* Contributing to the development of new protocols, test methods and operating procedures


* Performing 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.


* Contributing to installation, validation and qualification of lab equipment, as needed, to further research capabilities.


* Contributing to updating protocols, test methods and standard operating procedures.

Education and Required Experience:


* A 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 is required


* Biosafety level 2 Laboratory ...