MilliporeSigma · 1 hour ago
Associate Scientist 2
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24/hr - $37/hr
0+ years expMilliporeSigma is a company dedicated to innovating with science and technology to enrich lives. The Associate Scientist 2 role focuses on supporting assay development and ensuring the scientific integrity of laboratory work within the biosafety testing space.
BiotechnologyMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
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
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of scientific/laboratory experience
Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
Associate's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
Preferred
Experience in cell culture (including mammalian), and aseptic techniques
GMP and/or GLP experience
Experience with relevant laboratory practices, documentation, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculations
Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint)
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well independently and in a team based environment
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Retirement contributions
Other perquisites
Company
MilliporeSigma
Together with our colleagues, customers and stakeholders, we impact life and health with science.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Nogales
Head of Technology Strategy
Recent News
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