Associate Scientist 1

Merck KGaA • Rockville, MD

341d • $26 - $40

About The Position

At MilliporeSigma, as an Associate Scientist 1, your activities will support assay development through commercial application of new and innovative service offerings within the biosafety testing space. You are responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. Requirements also include maintaining a thorough understanding of company testing services, technical principles and applications as they apply to your position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.)
• OR Associate Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of laboratory experience
• OR High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of laboratory experience

Nice To Haves

• Elisa, cell culture and PCR experience
• Basic skills in applicable computer programs
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team based environment

Responsibilities

• Conducts assigned testing with minimal supervision within constraints of lab scheduling.
• Performs testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP).
• Maintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrity.
• Makes detailed observations and documents results.
• Demonstrates a consistently high level of quality of work.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing procedures.
• Performs peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT).
• Utilizes applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (i.e. Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.).
• Utilizes problem solving/ trouble shooting skills.
• Communicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study Management.
• Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of data.
• Maintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assays.
• Creates/ revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation as assigned.
• Assists with training of laboratory personnel as needed/ assigned.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment.
• Complies with company health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, vision, and dental insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• 401(k) matching program
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including cash bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree