Senior Associate Quality Scientist - Weekend Shift

Millipore Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma in St. Louis, MO, is hiring for a Quality Control Microbiology Sr. Associate Scientist.

The role conducts routine microbiological analyses under GMP guidelines and supports investigations, with shift timing Fri-Mon 12:00pm–10:30pm. Located at 3300 South Second Street, the position emphasizes accuracy, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration. Minimum qualifications include a biology/microbiology life sciences degree and 1+ years QC experience, plus 2+ years lab work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or Life Science.
• 1+ years of Quality Control experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience, including aseptic technique, pipetting, dilutions, calculations, and controlled documentation.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform qualified routine microbiological testing of in-process, drug substance, raw material, and water samples.
• Execute and document testing such as bioburden, endotoxin, microbial limits, growth promotion, microbial identification, biological indicator, and verification testing.
• Prepare samples, media, reagents, and materials; perform calculations, dilutions, pipetting, and data review with accuracy.
• Recognize atypical results and support triage and documentation.
• Assist with OOS, OOT, deviation, and root cause investigations by data gathering and evaluation.

Skills

Quality Control

Aseptic technique

Pipetting

Data review

Laboratory documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Microbiology/Life Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

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

The Quality Control Microbiology Department supports quality functions for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) under Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines, including ICH Q7. The QC Sr. Associate Scientist performs a broad range of microbiological analyses with increasing independence and provides reliable laboratory support to internal customers. This role applies sound technical judgment to routine testing, assists with investigations and documentation, and serves as a dependable resource for less experienced team members. This position is located at the 3300 South Second Street facility in St. Louis. Shift: Friday-Monday 12:00pm - 10:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform qualified routine microbiological testing of in-process, drug substance, raw material, and water samples in accordance with approved procedures.
• Execute and document testing such as bioburden, endotoxin, microbial limits, growth promotion, microbial identification, biological indicator, and verification testing, as qualified.
• Prepare samples, media, reagents, and materials; perform calculations, dilutions, pipetting, and data review with a high degree of accuracy.
• Recognize atypical results and laboratory events, initiate appropriate notifications, and support timely triage and documentation.
• Assist with OOS, OOT, deviation, and root cause investigations by gathering data, evaluating laboratory factors, and completing assigned actions.
• Draft or revise operating procedures, reports, protocols, forms, and other controlled documents with appropriate review.
• Perform minor troubleshooting of methods, equipment, reagents, and test materials within established procedures and elevate when needed.
• Support training and qualification of Associate Scientists and other laboratory personnel on routine methods and good documentation practices.
• Interact regularly with QC, production, quality assurance, and other internal departments to communicate testing status and quality-related information.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, laboratory readiness, and effective execution of work in an ICH Q7 environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or other Life Science discipline.
• 1+ years of Quality Control experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience, including aseptic technique, pipetting, dilutions, calculations, and controlled documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current API, pharmaceutical, or microbiology Quality Control experience.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, GLP, ICH Q7, and applicable laboratory procedures.
• Working knowledge of relevant pharmacopeial requirements, including USP < 61>, USP < 62>, USP < 85>, and applicable EP requirements.
• Ability to independently manage routine assignments and communicate issues clearly and promptly.
• Experience with bioburden, endotoxin, microbial limits, growth promotion, microbial identification, biological indicators, or verification studies.
• Experience supporting OOS/OOT, deviation, or root cause investigations.
• Experience writing technical documentation, laboratory reports, protocols, or procedure revisions.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and laboratory or quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Pay Range for this position: $23 - $44 / hour. 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 prerequisites.

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!