Associate Scientist 2
Millipore Corporation

Job Info

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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:

At MilliporeSigma as an Associate Scientist 2, you will perform a wide variety of routine tasks to support the virus production team in the growth of regulatory compliant virus banks, under the oversight of the lab manager.

You will be responsible for performing cell culture activities, virus growths, virus titration assays and virus decontamination procedures. The ability to maintain effective working relationships with support services, scientists and all laboratory personnel are critical for success in the role.

• Trains and mentors newer members of staff
• Works within the laboratory following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Performs cell culture activities and virus growths
• Accurately and promptly records data to meet appropriate scientific and regulatory standards
• Performs routine peer review of raw data records as required
• Assumes responsibility for writing attributable minor non study related deviations
• Works with the relevant personnel to provide support with minor events
• Carries out housekeeping to ensure that laboratory compliance is maintained
• Ensures equipment is maintained in the validated state
• Maintains stock control in the laboratory
• Performs environmental and personnel monitoring activities
• Proactively implements improvements to laboratory processes
• Revises SOP and lab records as required
• Maintains laboratory logbooks, batch records and workbooks
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment at all times

Who you are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in scientific field (ie. Biology, Chemistry, etc) with 1+ years cell culture or laboratory experience
• Associate's Degree in scientific field (ie. Biology, Chemistry, etc) with 3+ years cell culture or laboratory experience
• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years cell culture or laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a scientific laboratory role, ideally within a contract testing laboratory environment
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite and LIMS
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamworking skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team-based environment and proven ability to work using your own initiative
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Pay Range for this position - $26/hr - $40/hr

Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role, and are derived from relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it 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!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html

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