A career with MilliporeSigma is an ongoing journey of discovery: our 58,000 people are shaping how the world lives, works and plays through next generation advancements in Healthcare, Life Science and Electronics. For more than 350 years and across the world we have passionately pursued our curiosity to find novel and vibrant ways of enhancing the lives of others. MilliporeSigma is a business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Your Role:The Scientist 1will perform safety testing required tomanufacture clinical and commercial products.The Scientist 1 is required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/ documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.Requirements also include maintaininga thorough understanding of BioReliance services, technical principles and applications.For GLP studies, perform all aspects of the role of Study Director with overall scientific responsibility for the study design, interpretation, and reporting of study results.Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed.Performs testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP)Act as subject matter expert (SME) for specific defined area(s) of businessApplies laboratory techniques and skills to complete experiments designed to address a variety of specific problemsIndependently applies basic scientific principles in the design of experiments and the development of assaysFor GLP studies, acts as Study DirectorMaintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrityMakes detailed observations, documents results and performs data analysisOperates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing proceduresUtilizes applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (ie Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.)Utilizes problem solving/ trouble shooting skillsCommunicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study ManagementLeads the completion of event recordsLiaise with Quality Assurance and appropriate cross-functional departmental areas to close the events and corrective actions identified during GxP laboratory testingMaintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assaysCreates/ revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation as assignedMinimum Qualifications:PhD in a scientific discipline (ie Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1+ years working laboratory experience - OR - Masters' degree in a scientific discipline (ie Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 3+ years working laboratory experience - OR - Bachelors' degree in a scientific discipline (ie Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 5+ years working laboratory experience - OR - Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 10+ years working laboratory or relevant experiencePreferred Qualifications:Broad working knowledge of field and experience with relevant laboratory practices, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculationsIntermediate skills in applicable computer programsExcellent oral and written communication skills that have been demonstrated through presentations/seminars, oversight of projects, implementation of new services, etc.Excellent time management skillsHighly collaborative as well as independentDemonstrates a high level of initiative and leadership capabilitiesEffective coaching and training skills for complex and highly technical workHighly, technically competentRSRMSWhat we offer: With us, there are always opportunities to break new ground. We empower you to fulfil your ambitions, and our diverse businesses offer various career moves to seek new horizons. We trust you with responsibility early on and support you to draw your own career map that is responsive to your aspirations and priorities in life. Join us and bring your curiosity to life!Curious? Apply and find more information at Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.Job Requisition ID: 223365 Location: Rockville Career Level: C - Professional (1-3 years) Working time model: full-time