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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 3 (AS3) - Virology, you will perform safety testing required to manufacture clinical and commercial products. The AS3 will make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/ documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. The AS3 will also maintain a thorough understanding of MilliporeSigma services, technical principles, and applications.
- Conducts assigned testing independently within constraints of lab scheduling.
- Performs testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP) within a BSL2 and/or BSL3 environments.
- Maintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrity.
- Makes detailed observations, documents results and performs data analysis.
- Demonstrates a consistently high level of quality of work.
- Operates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing procedures.
- Performs peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT).
- Utilizes applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (i.e. Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.).
- Utilizes problem solving/ trouble shooting skills.
- Communicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study Management.
- Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of data.
- Contributes to the completion of event records.
- Maintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assays.
- Creates/revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation as assigned.
- Performs training of laboratory personnel as needed/assigned.
- Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment.
- May serve as a team lead.
- Assumes roles on more complex team projects.
- Supports maintaining inventory of lab reagents, consumables, etc.
- Complies with company health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, etc.), with 1+ years laboratory experience -OR-
- Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, etc.), with 3+ years laboratory experience -OR-
- Associate’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, etc.), with 6+ years’ laboratory experience -OR-
- High school diploma or GED with 8+ year’s laboratory experience
- 1+ years' cell culture experience
- 2+ years' PCR testing experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Intermediate skills computer (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience with presentations/seminars, oversight of projects, etc.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment
- Demonstrates a high level of initiative and leadership capabilities
- Highly, technically competent
Pay Range for this position - $27/hr - $50/hr
Our ranges are derived from several sources, and largely reliant on 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!
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