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Novavax, Inc (Nasdaq:NVAX) is a biotechnology company that creates transformational vaccines that address some of the world’s most pressing infectious diseases. We have more than a decade of experience contending with some of the world’s most devastating diseases, including COVID-19, seasonal influenza, RSV, Ebola, MERS, and SARS. Hard-won lessons and significant advances illustrate that our proven technology has tremendous potential to make a substantial contribution to public health worldwide.

Our scientists are committed to developing vaccine candidates for some of the world’s toughest viral threats by utilizing the power of our innovative recombinant nanoparticle vaccine platform. Our vaccine technology combines the power and speed of genetic engineering with the immunogenicity enhancing properties of our Matrix-M™ adjuvant to efficiently produce highly immunogenic particles targeting some of the most pressing viral infectious diseases.

Novavax, Inc. is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland with additional facilities in Uppsala, Sweden and Bohumil, Czech Republic.

Summary of the Position:

We are seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join our Quality Control team in Germantown, MD. Qualified individuals will be responsible for performing assay qualification and validation as well as analytical testing on in-process samples, drug substance and drug product for release and in support of stability studies.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs GMP release and stability testing in Quality Control
• Analytical methods include (but not limited to): UV Spectroscopy, RP-HPLC, BCA, qRT-PCR, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Capillary Electrophoresis
• Ensure that written records and work undertaken are performed in accordance with cGMP and company procedures
• Participates actively in technology transfer, method qualification and validation
• Keeps accurate testing records and assures that laboratory equipment has been calibrated, standardized, and monitored as appropriate
• Assists in the writing, reviewing and editing of standard operating procedures
• Performs root cause investigation and analysis
• Participates in continuous improvement projects
• Assist in the maintenance of the lab including routine housekeeping activities
• Maintain effective communication with other relevant groups, including but not limited to Quality Assurance, Manufacturing and Analytical Development
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum requirements:

• BS degree with a minimum of 1-2 years laboratory experience in Biological Sciences
• Knowledge and expertise in principles and practices of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Knowledgeable in FDA regulations regarding the manufacturing of biologicals.
• Good aseptic technique is essential for this position.
• Proficient in Windows based software to include Excel and Word.

Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Novavax is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals on an at-will basis, regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protective hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Except where prohibited by applicable state law, this position requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation or qualify for an exemption.

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