Scientist 1, Virology

MilliporeSigma; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Scientist 1 in Virology, where you will perform essential laboratory duties including virus assays and collaborate across teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge in a fast-paced environment dedicated to innovation in healthcare and life sciences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lab experience.
• Experience with media and buffer preparation, molecular methods, and protein characterization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform virus titer assays and execute filtration and virus inactivation studies.
• Collaborate with technical project leads to complete project deliverables.
• Execute testing protocols and author reports adhering to documentation practices.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Mammalian cell culture

Virus enumeration

Bacterial enumeration

Data manipulation in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or other Life Science disciplines

Tools

Microsoft applications

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Your Role

This is a hands-on laboratory position that will need meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively and independently. You should have a keen interest in expanding your knowledge and understanding of biosafety in bioprocessing operations to aid in new product development and optimize the performance of current products for MilliporeSigma customers.

Responsibilities Include But Are No Limited To

• Perform virus titer assays to execute filtration and virus inactivation studies using model bacteriophages and mammalian viruses.
• Collaborate with technical project leads in Virology and other teams to complete project deliverables within established timelines.
• Execute testing protocols and occasionally author reports, adhering to proper documentation practices.
• Contribute to data-driven problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical input on testing design and execution topics with teams developing products.
• Support method and equipment development, improvement projects, new technology and equipment evaluation, method validation, and training.
  
  

Physical Attributes

• Lift 35 to 40 pounds.
  
  

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or other Life Science disciplines.
• 2+ year of lab experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture, and virus and bacterial enumeration.
• Experience with media and buffer preparation, molecular methods, and protein characterization.
• Experienced in laboratory practices, equipment, materials, and mathematical calculations.
• Experience with Microsoft applications, including data manipulation in Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Operates within BSL-2 biosafety guidelines when handling biological materials.
• Functions well within a team structure and independently drives projects.
  
  

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!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Science

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