Laboratory Assistant

Merck • Burlington, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MilliporeSigma in Burlington, MA, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the North America Validation Services Laboratory. This laboratory-based position will report directly to the Lab Manager and provide support across all laboratory departments.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 2+ years laboratory experience OR Bachelor’s degree in any Scientific field
• Proficient in Aseptic Technique and good laboratory practices
• Familiarity with sterilization procedures and safety protocol.
• Understanding of Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practices
• Commitment to achieving results accurately and efficiently
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Capacity to comprehend and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols
• Pragmatic and results-oriented approach to tasks
• Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Ability to adapt to changes in processes, tools, and organizational structures
• Strong team spirit and respectful interpersonal behavior

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication skills are essential for effectively updating the lab team, VPM team, lab managers, and QA personnel on project-dependent items

Responsibilities

• Oversee the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of laboratory materials.
• Keep the sterile material inventory complete and organized, including conducting regular inventories.
• Prepare materials for autoclaving, ensuring proper wrapping and labeling.
• Operate autoclaves and dishwashing machines following established procedures, while complying with all regulatory and company policies regarding sterilization processes.
• Load and unload materials into the autoclave for sterilization.
• Monitor sterilization cycles to ensure proper operation and effectiveness.
• Record and document sterilization parameters and results accurately.
• Perform biological and chemical indicator tests to verify sterilization efficacy.
• Ensure proper storage of sterilized materials.
• Dispose of biohazardous waste in accordance with safety protocols.
• Compile and submit reports on sterilization activities and outcomes.
• Future opportunity to manage media sterility and conduct growth promotion tests as well as prepare laboratory media and reagents.

Benefits

• health insurance
• paid time off (PTO)
• retirement contributions
• other perquisites

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED