Bioanalytical Associate: High-Throughput Immunoassays

MSD; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Disability & Life insurance

Job summary

MSD is seeking a Bioanalytical Associate to handle biological samples and reagents in support of bioanalytical projects. This laboratory-based role focuses on executing high-throughput assays under supervision while complying with GDP, GLP, and GCLP guidelines.

The position requires a biology/chemistry degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with safety practices, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related discipline is required.
• Additional experience can substitute for degree requirement.
• BSL-2 techniques training/experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with immunoassays/ligand-binding assays is preferred.
• Training in GLP and/or GCLP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample analysis under supervision and in consultation with BPI.
• Perform method validation testing under supervision and in consultation with BPI.
• Perform lot qualification of assay reagents under supervision.
• Complete test records in compliance with GDP/GLP/GCLP, SOPs and study plans.
• Peer review test records for GDP compliance.
• Perform sample aliquoting.
• Maintain lab equipment.
• Manage materials/reagent inventory.
• Adhere to laboratory safety policies including PPE use.
• Adhere to GLP/GCLP principles.

Skills

Attention to detail

High throughput lab

Learning & safety adherence

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

SharePoint familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/chemistry or related

Job description

MSD is seeking a Bioanalytical Associate to handle biological samples and reagents in support of bioanalytical projects. This laboratory-based role focuses on executing high-throughput assays under supervision while complying with GDP, GLP, and GCLP guidelines.

The position requires a biology/chemistry degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with safety practices, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and timely project delivery.