Associate Scientist 1 - Virology

Merck • Rockville, MD

22h

About The Position

At MilliporeSigma, the Associate Scientist 1 – Virology performs assays for biologics laboratory testing and safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products. The role includes making scientific observations, maintaining detailed workbooks and documentation, and ensuring records meet generally accepted professional and industry standards. Assigned testing is conducted with minimal supervision and within laboratory scheduling constraints, in accordance with SOPs and cGMP and GLP regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline such as Biology, Biotechnology, or Chemistry; or an associate degree in a scientific discipline with 2+ years of laboratory experience; or a high school diploma or GED with 4+ years of laboratory experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; the role does not offer work authorization sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cell culture and PCR.
• Experience entering data into databases such as LIMS, ELN, or SAP.
• Experience producing neat and accurate handwritten and electronic documentation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform assays for biologics laboratory testing and safety testing required for clinical and commercial product manufacturing.
• Conduct assigned testing with minimal supervision and within laboratory scheduling constraints, following SOPs and cGMP and GLP regulations.
• Maintain complete and comprehensive records to support study integrity; make detailed observations and document results.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment as required by SOPs and testing procedures.
• Peer-review assay batches and laboratory records to support Right First Time (RFT).
• Use applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks, including Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, and BRIQS.
• Communicate deviations or events, progress, and interim results to Study Management.
• Inform the supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect data quality and accuracy.
• Maintain working knowledge of laboratory procedures and assays.
• Assist with revisions to SOPs, laboratory records, and other documentation as assigned.
• Comply with company health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• May be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including cash bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level