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Scientist 1 - Virology / 2nd Shift

MilliporeSigma
Rockville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2026
Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

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 the Scientist 1 - Virology, 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.

  • Hours: Monday - Friday 3pm – 11pm
  • Provides day to day technical support to the laboratory
  • Performs timely analysis and interpretation of data
  • Maintains high level knowledge of lab procedures and assays and is regarded as a subject matter expert (SME)
  • May serve as study director and ensures timely initiation and completion of all studies
  • Prepares/ reviews protocols and final reports
  • Ensures testing is performed in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP) for custom/non-routine and new services
  • Resolves deviations and completes event investigations
  • Liaise with Quality Assurance and appropriate cross-functional departmental areas to close the events and corrective actions identified during GxP laboratory testing
  • Creates and revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation
  • Provides technical advice and support for internal and external interactions such as client and regulatory audits/inspections, meetings, and teleconferences
  • Contributes ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, protocols, processes, and equipment
  • Promotes a culture of continuous improvement within Biologics; act as champion on initiatives and/or projects to drive improvement in quality and / or client service

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in a scientific field (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1 years of working experience in laboratory setting -OR-
  • Master’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2 years of working experience in a laboratory setting -OR-
  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 4 years of working experience in a laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience and knowledge and laboratory experience in executing and overseeing technical projects and/or related studies in Virology, specifically utilizing QPCR, cell culture techniques, and viral agents
  • Previous experience working in GMP/GLP environment
  • Highly technically competent and is considered a scientific leader in a particular scientific area
  • Excellent verbal 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)

Pay Range for this position - $75,400k - $131,400k

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety 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 a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Salary : $75,400 - $131,400

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