Associate Scientist 1 at Millipore Corporation in Rockville, Maryland

Job Description:

As an Associate Scientist 1 - Product Characterizaton your activities will support assay development through commercial application of new and innovative service offerings within the biosafety testing space. You are responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. Requirements also include maintaining a thorough understanding of company testing services, technical principles and applications as they apply to your position. Conducts assigned testing with minimal supervision within constraints of lab schedulingPerforms testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP)Maintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrityMakes detailed observations and documents resultsOperates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing proceduresPerforms 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 skillsCommunicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study ManagementInforms supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of dataMaintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assaysAssists with revisions to SOPs, laboratory records and other documentation as assignedComplies with company health and safety regulations and proceduresThis position may be required to work overtime or flexible shiftsPerforms other duties as assigned



Who You Are:




Minimum Qualifications:



Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, etc.) - OR -Associate degree in a scientific field (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years laboratory experience - OR -4+ years laboratory experience



Preferred Qualifications:



Experience with relevant laboratory practices, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculations.Basic skills in applicable computer programsGood verbal and written communication skillsWorks well in a team-based environment