Associate Scientist 2 - 2nd Shift

MilliporeSigma; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking a laboratory professional to conduct testing with SOPs and regulatory compliance, maintaining records for study integrity and supporting training as needed.

The role requires biology/chemistry knowledge, strong documentation, and the ability to contribute to SOP revisions, while working under supervision and within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ months of lab experience or an equivalent combination.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline with 1+ year of lab experience or an equivalent combination.
• Associate Degree with 2+ years of lab experience or an equivalent combination.
• High school diploma with 5+ years of lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Shifts: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm and conducts testing with minimal supervision.
• Maintains accurate records per cGMP/GLP and SOPs, documents observations and results.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment and performs peer review of assay batches to ensure Right First Time.

Skills

PCR experience

Cell culture

Cell manipulation

Computer skills

Oral and written communication

Independent and team work

Lab techniques

Scientific calculations

Education

Master's degree in science

Bachelor's degree in science

Associate degree in science

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS

BRIQS

Oracle

Word

Excel

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 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

• Shift : Monday-Friday : 2:00pm-10:00pm
• 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.
• 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.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of scientific/laboratory experience
• OR-
• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
• 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 5+ years of laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PCR, Cell culture and cell manipulation experience.
• Basic skills in applicable computer programs.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team-based environment.
• Experience with scientific laboratory practices, techniques, equipment, materials, and mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of underlying concepts and principles upon which the job is based.

Pay Range for this position - $27/hr - $44/hr

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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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!