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Novavax, Inc.(Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. Novavaxis currently conducting multiple late-stage clinical trials for NVX-CoV2373, our vaccine candidate against the virus that causes COVID-19, and has recently reported exciting and highly encouraging initial efficacy results. NanoFlu™, our quadrivalent influenza nanoparticle vaccine, met all primary objectives in its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial in older adults. Both candidate vaccines incorporate Novavax’ proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.Novavaxis a leading innovator of recombinant vaccines. Our proprietary technology platform leverages the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles in order to address urgent global health needs.

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

Summary of the Position :

The Laboratory Support Technician II is responsible for basic laboratory operations to ensure the Formulation Development laboratory is able to perform efficiently and compliantly. This person will be required to maintain inventory of reagents and consumables used in lab operations. They will be responsible for the upkeep of the equipment used in the Formulation Development Lab.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Maintains an efficient, well organized laboratories, manages supplies, and maintains quality control programs
• Individual is responsible for maintaining laboratory supplies by inventorying stock; verifying receipt, restocking lab and discarding expired reagents. Individual will ensure lack of inventory is never a limiting factor in laboratory operation.
• Must ensure all stock is received following GDP and GCLP process as per department SOPs
• Individual will track all department chemicals and maintain chemical database
• Individual will maintain laboratory equipment by following GDP and GCLP process as per department SOPs, including monitoring using a Central Monitoring System.
• Individual will provide troubleshooting for instrument errors as needed
• Individuals will be required to be on a rotating on-call schedule for Critical Temperature unit monitoring to include monitoring after normal work hours, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to prioritize workload in response to the specific needs of department
• Ensures accurate storage for all sample inventory utilizing LIMS
• Prepare samples when needed and make deliveries to clients as required
• Keep management informed of day to day progress, including deviations from the established process
• May help to processes large volumes of sample shipments.
• Understanding the Standard Operating Procedures and equipment associated with his/her duties.

Minimum Requirements :

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• 2 - 4 years' experience in a cGMP laboratory, related to pharmaceutical industry operations is preferred
• Individual selected will be required to take influenza and other vaccines, as appropriate
• Working knowledge of cGMPs and GDPs is preferred
• Good communications skills
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills

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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