Scientist 1 - NGS
Millipore Corporation

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

At MilliporeSigma, as a Scientist 1 within our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) group in our Rockville, Maryland facility, your role is to drive and support assay development and/or commercial application of NGS in the biosafety testing space. You are responsible for the overall study design, interpretation, and reporting of study results. You are also responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to ensure study conduct 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.

• Provide support for the day to day operation of the facility and to contribute to the timely execution of NGS service offerings for our customers.
• Liaise closely with laboratory management, bioinformatics and support staff to ensure internal and external expectations are met or exceeded.
• Perform study management responsibilities for custom and routine NGS testing in accordance with all SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP).
• Lead by example and work collaboratively to advance the application of NGS in the field of biosafety testing.
• Study Management and scientific oversight for regulated testing (cGMP and GLP) and custom work.
• Utilize applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (i.e. Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS).
• Maintain complete and comprehensive records for study integrity and make detailed observations, documents results and performs data analysis.
• Perform management and peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT); management of deviations/events which may occur laboratory activities, liaise with Project Management for project coordination and communication of client timelines.
• Perform training of laboratory personnel as needed/assigned; data analysis, interpretation and qualification of NGS derived data.
• Provide technical advice and support for internal and external interactions such as client and regulatory audits/inspections, meetings, teleconferences.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within Biologics; act as champion on initiatives and/or projects to drive improvement in quality and / or client service.
• Lead projects that cross multiple disciplines.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in a scientific discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of equivalent laboratory experience
• Master's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 4+ years of equivalent laboratory experience
• Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 6+ years of equivalent laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and knowledge and laboratory experience in executing and overseeing technical projects and/or related studies in Molecular Biology, specifically utilizing QPCR, Sangar and NGS
• Previous experience working in GMP/GLP environment
• Highly technically competent and is considered a scientific leader in a particular scientific area
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience with presentations/seminars, oversight of projects, implementation of new services, etc.
• Excellent time management skills
• Highly collaborative as well as independent
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative
• Intermediate level in Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

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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