Associate Scientist 1

Merck Life Science; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Life Science in Glasgow is seeking an Associate Scientist 1 to join our laboratory team. You will perform routine and custom GLP/GMP studies, ensure housekeeping and equipment maintenance, and manage stock control to keep labs running smoothly.

The role requires an HND or higher in Biological Science, experience in a biological lab, and aseptic technique with cell culture. You will contribute to compliant, timely data and documentation.

Qualifications

• HND or higher in Biological Science.
• Experience in a biological lab environment.
• Aseptic technique and cell culture experience essential.
• Able to cope with high-volume, fast-paced outputs and be solution-focused.
• Strong initiative, energy, and completion drive; emphasis on quality and safety.
• Demonstrate planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and custom GLP/GMP studies.
• Maintain housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and stock control to ensure smooth lab operation.
• Work within SOPs and regulatory compliance; ensure studies are completed on time and accurately recorded.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Cell culture

GLP/GMP knowledge

Lab safety

Planning & organisation

Education

HND or higher in Biological Science

Tools

LIMS

Microscopy

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! 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.

Your Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Scientist 1 to join our team at our Glasgow site, which may include cover at our Stirling site when required. You will be responsible for performing routine and custom GLP/GMP studies, as well as maintaining good housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and stock control to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories.

Our team carries out a wide variety of assays to support development and manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical industry, recording scientific observations and maintaining documentation in line with industry standards.

Responsibilities include working within the laboratory in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and relevant compliance regulations, ensuring routine studies are completed on time and accurately recorded to meet GLP/GMP and scientific standards.

Who You Are

• You have a HND or higher qualification in a Biological Science discipline.
• Previous experience working in a biological lab environment.
• Aseptic technique & Cell culture experience is essential.
• Due to the high volume, fast paced nature of our business, you must be experienced to a level where you can cope with volume outputs, as well as being solutions focused when faced with any problems or set-backs.
• You must be highly self-motivated, with strong initiative, facing challenges with energy, drive and the need to finish.
• You will have a strong focus on quality and safety.
• Demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively.

Desirable

• You will have prior knowledge and experience working to GLP and / or GMP in a similar working environment
• You will have experience of microscopy.
• Prior working knowledge of LIMS.

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety 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!