Associate Scientist 1 - Virology

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Rockville, MD

1d•$24 - $37

About The Position

At MilliporeSigma, the Associate Scientist 1 – Virology performs assays for biologics laboratory testing, including safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products. The role involves making scientific observations, maintaining detailed workbooks and documentation that meet generally accepted professional and industry standards, and conducting assigned testing with minimal supervision within laboratory scheduling constraints. Testing is performed in accordance with SOPs and cGMP and GLP regulations. The position does not offer work authorization sponsorship; external applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline, such as Biology, Biotechnology, or Chemistry; or an associate degree in a scientific discipline and at least 2 years of laboratory experience; or a high school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of laboratory experience.
External applicants 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 with neat and accurate handwritten and electronic documentation.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Perform assays and safety testing for biologics laboratory testing and the manufacture of clinical and commercial products.
Conduct assigned testing with minimal supervision and within laboratory scheduling constraints.
Maintain complete and comprehensive records to preserve 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) standards.
Use applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks, including Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, and BRIQS.
Communicate deviations, 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.