Associate Scientist Pay rate: $31.00 an hour First shift M-F (100% onsite) Possible contract to hire role Open to recent bachelors level candidates with a degree in Biochemistry, Bioengineering or Chemistry Candidates must have experience with mammalian cell culture and bioreactor skills At MilliporeSigma, they are at the forefront of life sciences, working tirelessly to tackle the industry's toughest challenges. By collaborating with the global scientific community, they strive to enhance health access worldwide.

Their mission is clear:

to equip scientists and engineers with top-notch lab materials, technologies, and services, making research and biotech production simpler, faster, and more successful. With a dedication to shaping the future of drug development, they're with our customers every step of the way, pioneering tomorrow's possibilities. Your role MilliporeSigma is looking for an Associate Scientist to join the Process Solutions Innovation to support the mammalian cell culture applications lab. By performing routine tasks for daily lab management and operations, the candidate will contribute to efficient experimental and project execution. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, vendor management experience, mammalian cell culture experience, bioreactor set up & operation experience, equipment maintenance & troubleshooting skills, and an understanding of EH&S requirements. This full-time on-site position will be based at our Bedford, MA campus. Key Responsibilities Support lab management activities for multiple labs within the team, attending regular Lab Manager meetings, communicate key learnings/updates back to team, and implement new solutions/policies Execute CHO fed-batch bioreactor processes with single-use bioreactors at 3L, 50L, and 200L scale Maintain records for equipment maintenance and SOPs Work with EHS to maintain compliance with health and safety requirements Attention to detail & strong organization skills (optimize lab layout, inventory management, equipment coordination, etc.) Ensure availability of lab supplies, order supplies as required Prepare components for lab experiments such as cell culture media, tubing and filter assemblies, and bioreactor components Communicate with and ship inventory to vendors Who you are:

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree with 0-2 years relevant experience Strong work ethic that enables independent work with minimal guidance (after onboarding/training period) Effective oral and written communication skills Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Ability to lift 50 pounds (~3-4 feet off the ground)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a science or engineering field with 0-2 years relevant experience Mammalian cell culture skills & experience (shake flask, aseptic technique, biosafety cabinet, media preparation/hydration, etc.) Bioreactor skills & experience (probe calibrations, autoclave, set up, DeltaV controls, etc.) Clarification (filtration-based cell separation) at conclusion of bioreactor runs Familiarity with scientific laboratory practices, equipment, and materials Experience with vendor management, equipment maintenance, and ordering of supplies Lab management experience What 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. This 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 his/her Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because he/she made a good faith report of discrimination.

Pay:

From $31.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Mammalian cell culture: 2 years (Required)

Bioreactor:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person