• Job Description

  Req#: 272437

  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:

  At MilliporeSigma, as the Associate Scientist 2 (AS2), you will perform safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products. The AS2 will make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/ documentation, and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. Additionally, they will maintain a thorough understanding of MilliporeSigma services, technical principles, and applications.

  • 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 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 (e.g., Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.)
  • Communicates deviations/ events, progress, and interim results to Study Management.
  • Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of data.
  • Assists with training of laboratory personnel as needed/ assigned
  • Complies with company health and safety regulations and procedures
  • Performs other duties as assigned

  Who You Are:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific field (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.) and 1+ years of laboratory industry experience - OR -
  • Associate’s Degree in scientific field (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.) and 3+ years of laboratory industry experience - OR -
  • GED or High school diploma and 5 + years of laboratory industry experience

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique
  • Experience in GMP or regulatory environment
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Experience with laboratory practices, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculations
  • Effective verball and written communication skills
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team-based environment

  
  What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
  
  Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

  If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html

• About the company

  Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, operates across healthcare, life science and electronics.

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