Associate Scientist 1 - Mycoplasma - Glasgow

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Associate Scientist 1 in Glasgow, responsible for conducting GMP studies and supporting microbiology assays. Ideal candidates will have a background in microbiology and experience in a fast-paced lab environment. You will contribute to innovative solutions in the pharmaceutical industry while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Prior knowledge and experience working to GMP.
• Experience of microscopy, aseptic technique, and cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and custom GMP studies.
• Ensure smooth running of laboratories and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

HND or higher qualification in microbiology or associated Biological Science

Tools

LIMS

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 mycoplasma team in Glasgow. In this role, you will be responsible for the performance of routine and custom GMP studies and good housekeeping, equipment maintenance and stock control, to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories. The microbiology team perform a wide variety of assays for the detection of mycoplasma to support development and manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical industry, making scientific observations and completing documentation to the required industry standards. Responsibilities include working within the laboratory following Standard Operating Procedures and relevant compliance regulations to ensure routine studies are completed on time and accurately recorded to meet appropriate scientific and GMP regulatory standards.

Who you are:

• You have a HND or higher qualification in microbiologyor associated Biological Science discipline.
• You will ideally have prior knowledge and experience working to GMP in a similar working environment.
• You will ideally have experience of microscopy, aseptic technique and cell culture.
• 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.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• You have a good standard of written and spoken English and are computer literate, ideally with prior knowledge of working with 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!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!