Associate Scientist 1

Biopharma Careers; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Incentive compensation

Cash bonuses

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking an Associate Scientist 1 to perform assays for Biologics laboratory testing and safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products. You will maintain detailed workbooks, document observations, ensure compliance with cGMP/GLP, operate lab equipment, and contribute to SOP revisions while upholding regulatory standards and study integrity.

Collaborative team environment, with emphasis on quality, accurate data entry in LIMS/ELN, and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline; or
• Associate degree with 2+ years lab experience; or
• High school diploma with 4+ years lab experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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).
• Communicates deviations/events, progress and interim results to Study Management.
• Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect data quality.

Skills

Cell culture

PCR

Liquid handling

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Associate degree in a scientific discipline

High school diploma or GED with 4+ years lab experience

Tools

LIMS

ELN

SAP

Oracle

BRIQS

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've 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 an Associate Scientist 1, you will perform assays for Biologics laboratory testing. You will perform safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products and make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. 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
• 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.)
• 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
• Assists with revisions to SOPs, laboratory records and other documentation as 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 discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.)
• - OR -
• Associate Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of laboratory experience
• - OR -
• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cell culture, PCR and liquid handling experience
• Experience with entry of data into databases (LIMS, ELN, SAP etc...)
• Experience with documentation (both handwritten and electronic) neatly and accurately
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Pay Range for this position - $24/hr - $37/hr

Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role, and are derived from relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors.

• medical, vision, and dental insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• a 401(k) matching program
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses

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!