Quality Associate Scientist -3rd Shift

Merck • Madison, WI

13d • $25 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Your Role: The Scientist, Quality Associate position is responsible for the cGMP analytical laboratory analysis in the Quality Control department of MilliporeSigma. Analysis may consist of all/some of the following: incoming raw material analysis, in-process testing, final product analysis, method validation/qualification, cleaning, reference standard requalification, and environmental monitoring to support Quality Control activities at the Madison and Verona sites. Analysis includes techniques specific to, but not limited to: HPLC, GC, KF, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR and XRPD among other tests and instruments. Other responsibilities may include initiation and review of deviations, OOS/OOT’s, change controls, and CAPA’s. Additionally, participation in process improvement initiatives, working in a team environment, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and supporting the department in maintaining the laboratory in an audit ready state are other duties. The Scientist, Quality You will exhibit a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the company by assisting in many areas beyond specific job duties. Physical attributes: Work in analytical testing lab with hazardous and toxic chemicals Utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, lab coats, and full body protection. Who You Are

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Life Science discipline

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing or testing laboratory
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, 210 and 211, and ICH Q7
• Experience with chemical analyses including HPLC, GC, KF, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR, and/or XRPD
• Good written and verbal communication skills and good documentation practices and attention to detail
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry techniques

Responsibilities

• incoming raw material analysis
• in-process testing
• final product analysis
• method validation/qualification
• cleaning
• reference standard requalification
• environmental monitoring
• initiation and review of deviations, OOS/OOT’s, change controls, and CAPA’s
• participation in process improvement initiatives
• working in a team environment
• maintaining a clean and safe work area
• supporting the department in maintaining the laboratory in an audit ready state

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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