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Novo Nordisk
Specialist, Metrology
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A Calibration Technician is responsible for the routine inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of instruments and manufacturing equipment. The purpose of the calibration technician role is to ensure the accuracy of the measurements taken using this equipment.
$67,471 / year median in Colorado
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Details About the Department The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts. Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference. The Position The Specialist, Metrology ensures successful implementation of metrology strategies as directed by the Manager & serves as the SME for Metrology & Calibration. Serves as the site representative for the CMC Product Supply global metrology process group & others as assigned. Acts as point of contact between line of business & Metrology Area Specialists. Ensures calibration specifications & methods are in accordance with cGMP, site/corporate procedures, policies & business needs. Ensures close collaboration with NN Product Supply Quality. Relationships Reports to Manager, Facilities & Utilities. Essential Functions Works in a safe & environmentally responsible wayDrive the creation & approval of calibration specifications & methods for the siteActs as SME to support equipment & system owners in all aspects related to instrumentation (cal specs, problem solving, instrument selection, deviations, etc.).Coach technicians and site staff in training, problem solving & improvement of MetrologySME for deviations related to Metrology/Calibration processIdentifies & drives improvements in calibration methods, standards, reliability & specifications to fulfill customer needs & to align with overall site strategy aligning with corporate standardsDrives alignment & standardization for calibration specifications, methods & Blue Mountain Ram calibration record keepingSite responsible & lead for Metrology initiativesLead & participate in planning & execution of larger &/or complex activities related to Metrology, including optimization & investment projectsServes as SME by leading initiative to create internal Metrology Lab, including creation of Calibration annualBudgetsMetrology SME for audit & inspection. Responsible for preparedness & participationOther accountabilities, as assigned Physical Requirements Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid drivers license. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 2+ years of experience required. Equivalent experience requirements for advanced degrees would be a Master's degree and 0+ years of experienceDegree in related engineering or science discipline or equivalent combination of education & metrology experience requiredExperience in pharmaceutical calibrations/metrology or other highly regulated industry preferredExperience in planning maintenance &/or calibration activities requiredExperience investigating GMP calibration or instrument failures requiredExperience in preparing technical instructions/procedures requiredDemonstrated expertise in measurement instrumentation theory & method development requiredDemonstrated expertise in calibrating pharmaceutical or other highly regulated instrumentation requiredWorking knowledge of cGMPs, corporate & site level requirements & procedures requiredDemonstrated ability to write technical documents, instructions & reports preferredDemonstrated ability to present technical information to others requiredWorking knowledge of Word & Excel software applications preferredWorking knowledge of handling & accounting for measurement uncertainty preferredDemonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks & responsibilities with competing priorities preferredDemonstrated systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting preferred The base compensation range for this position is $83,400 to $127,500. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors. Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy. The job posting is anticipated to close on July 2, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on our careers website at www.novonordisk-us/careers.com . We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Company Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Denmark. Our purpose is to drive change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders. We do so by pioneering scientific breakthroughs, expanding access to our medicines, and working to prevent and ultimately cure disease. Novo Nordisk employs about 54,400 people in 80 countries and markets its products in around 170 countries. For more information visit novonordisk.com . Our US Research & Development hub, located in the Greater Boston area, brings together the best talent to drive life science innovation. Located in Lexington, Watertown and Cambridge, our teams reflect the full scope of R D, from early research through late-stage clinical development. We are building for the future by creating a distinct R D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. By combining the speed and agility of biotech with the quality, resources, and stability of a large pharmaceutical company, our US R D hub will benefit from the best of both worlds to develop new medicines that meet the needs of patients.