If you find science, speed, and success exhilarating, you have come to the right place. Novavax, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVAX), is a late-stage biotechnology company that drives improved health globally through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. Novavax has a late stage quadrivalent influenza nanoparticle vaccine (NanoFluA$ cents A cents € zA' cents ), to address key factors that can lead to the poor effectiveness of currently approved flu vaccines. ResVaxA$ cents A cents € zA' cents , an RSV vaccine for protection of very young infants via maternal immunization, is the only vaccine in a Phase 3 clinical program and is designed to prevent severe lower respiratory tract infection which is the second leading cause of death in children under one year of age worldwide. Novavax has also developed early stage products for emerging diseases based on its proprietary nanoparticle technology as well as it's MatrixA$ cents A cents € zA' cents adjuvant, currently in testing across all age demographics.We are seeking a Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician to supervise and/or execute defined day-to-day maintenance activities for manufacturing process and laboratory equipment in compliance with applicable cGMP / cGLP standards, regulations, techniques and best practices and business metrics and to assist in the design and implementation of processes, procedures and work practices leading to consistent, efficient, and compliant maintenance activities.Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing process equipment and laboratory equipment as required.Assist/oversee in routine installation, assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of process and lab equipment such as bioreactors, shakers, centrifuges, mixers, Bio Safety hoods, stability chambers, sterilizers, autoclaves, glass washers, clean steam systems, freezers, and pumps in accordance with cGMP requirements.Manage all documentation following cGMP / cGLP practices.Execute Preventative and Corrective Maintenance tasks in a timely manner.Complete all assigned tasks following cGMP / cGLP practices, OSHA and other Federal and State regulationsPerform housekeeping of assigned work areaProvide input into new equipment and instrument purchasesAssist with maintaining spare parts inventories for equipment and systemsApply best GXP work-practices and techniques to remain in compliance with FDA regulatory requirements.To undertake any other duties as requested by the line manager in accordance with company requirements.This job may require on call availability 24/7.Assist with investigations related to deviations and/or CAPA'sMinimum requirements: Certificate from a Vocational or Trade School or Associates Degree in technical fieldMinimum of 8 years work experience in equipment maintenance preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industries.Knowledge in troubleshooting PLC systems.Knowledge in troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems.Knowledge in troubleshooting mechanical and pneumatic systems.Knowledge on personal computer and software like MS Word, Excel and Power PointExperience with CMMS software: Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager a plus.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Experienced with Good Documentation Practices.Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.Ability to accurately document activities and keep organized records.Novavax, Inc. is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland with additional facilities in Uppsala, Sweden. Novavax is traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol NVAX and is dedicated to developing novel vaccines to address infectious disease.Novavax, Inc. offers a base salary, annual bonus, stock options, 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/DisabledNovavax, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)