Quality Control Senior Associate Scientist

Merck Gruppe; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Life Sciences sector is seeking a Quality Control professional to join their Cell and Immunoassay team in St. Louis. This lab-based role requires a strong background in analytical testing methods and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or significant lab experience, along with specific skills in immunological and microbial testing methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 2+ years lab experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience with various analytical techniques like ELISA, Western Blots, and Cell Culture.
• Effective time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of bulk produced and final packaged products.
• Support investigations and process improvement initiatives in the lab.
• Independently conduct various analytical testing methods.

Skills

Time management

Analytical techniques

Immunological testing

Cellular testing

Microbial testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other Life Science discipline

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: Yes
Department: LS-SC-PMLQB2 Quality Control Ewing
Recruiter:Kathy Lewison

This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.

Your Role:

As a member of the Cell and Immunoassay Quality Control team at our Ewing facility this role will support our Life Science business unit. Responsible for testing bulk produced and final packaged products to ensure that they meet our high-quality standards. This is primarily a lab-based role, but you will also support investigations and process improvement initiatives within the quality organization. This role will independently perform a variety of analytical testing methods and support routine troubleshooting and general lab support activities.

Physical Attributes:

• Push, pull, and/or lift up to 50lbs
• Wear personal protective equipment

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other Life Science discipline and 2+ years of lab work experience

OR

• High School Diploma or GED and 8+ years of lab work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong time management skills
• Experience with Immunological, Cellular, and Microbial testing methods
• Experience with regulated lab and/or production environment
• Experience with performing analytical techniques such as: Endotoxin, bioburden, ELISA, Immunoprecipitation, Western Blots, Cell Culture/Toxicity assays

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.