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QA Analyst I

Alcon
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025 CLOSED ON 12/26/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Analyst I position at Alcon?

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a QA Analyst I supporting our QC, Analysis and Test Service Team, you will be trusted to provide in-process and final product quality analyses/inspection in compliance with standards and regulatory requirements at Houston, Texas in US.
 

In this role, a typical day will include:

  • Interprets and evaluates the analyses in terms of accuracy and precision compared against established specifications.
  • Identifies on-going quality issues, prevents potential production issues, and makes suggestions for improvement.
  • Uses various measuring devices, testing equipment, predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to accept or reject products.
  • May work from blueprints, diagrams, dial indicators, preset micrometers, scales, fixtures, customer specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists.
  • Support laboratory team and daily microbiology laboratory operations, including lab organization/cleaning, routine equipment maintenance, supply inventory, media growth promotion etc.
 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 8 yrs; Assoc. 4 yrs)
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
  • Work hours: Monday through Friday / 8:00am – 5:00pm
  • Travel Requirements: 0 to 10%
  • Relocation assistance: No
  • Sponsorship available: No
 

Preferred Requirements:

  • Two (2) years applicable experience in the pharmaceutical field or related industry, a part of Quality Control Microbiology group preferred.
  • Proven excellent written/verbal/interpersonal/communication.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Experience with laboratory requirements and equipment.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science ( Microbiology,  Biological Sciences).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
  • Experience with Aseptic Technique, Bioburden Testing, Environmental Monitoring, Endotoxin Testing, and Gram and Fungal Stain.
  • Experience with Biolog Microorganism Identification System, Report Writing, Deviation Management.
  • Equipment Qualification and Standard Operating Procedure writing.
 

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

  • Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolve
  • See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities
  • Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
  • Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates; PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

 
Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters: If you’d like to view a copy of the Alcon’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email alcon.er@alcon.com.

EEO Statement: Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

 

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