Associate Quality Control Scientist

MilliporeSigma; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the life sciences sector seeks an Associate Quality Control Scientist to ensure quality testing of kits and reagents. The role involves performing complex assays, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and experience in a life science manufacturing environment. Join a culture that values curiosity and innovation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a life science manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of immunoassay principles and Quality Control Techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assays and lab operations independently.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete all logbooks according to SOPs.
• Support lab operations including equipment maintenance and inventory management.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Trackwise

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

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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 Associate Quality Control Scientist is responsible for the accurate and timely testing of kits, reagents, and raw materials that support immunoassay kits including Multiplex, ELISA, RIA, CellSignaling, and SMC within the Immunoassay Platform Solutions group.

• Shift: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Perform complex assays and lab operations independently, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete all logbooks according to SOPs and quality guidelines.
• Communicate test progress, deviations, or issues to supervisors promptly.
• Support lab operations including equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in quality audits as needed.

Physical Attributes

• Chemical environment - Must be able to perform tasks while wearing personal protective equipment clothing for extended periods.
• May require occasional lifting and pushing of up to 50 pounds.

Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or other life science discipline or Chemical Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience within a life science manufacturing environment, with scientific knowledge of immunological based biomolecular assays.
• Knowledge of ISO Quality standards.
• Promote and comply with all Quality System requirements including Trackwise and CAPA.
• Promote and comply with all Environmental Health and Safety regulations.
• Experience with Immunoassays including Milliplex, ELISA, SMC, and RIA.
• Strong understanding of immunoassay principles and Quality Control Techniques.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment.
• Ability to review and write reports/SOPs that conform to GMP guidelines.
• Ability to independently solve complex problems with limited information.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Support Operational Excellence with Lean Six Sigma training and process improvement skills.

We are curious minds from diverse backgrounds, committed to inclusion and innovation. Join us and help build a culture of belonging that empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!