Associate Scientist 1 - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Work Your Magic with us

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.

Your role:

We have an exciting Associate Scientist 1 role within our Virology team in Glasgow.

You will be responsible for the performance of routine and custom GLP / GMP studies and good housekeeping, equipment maintenance and stock control, to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories.

Our Virology team perform a wide variety of assays for the detection of infectious virus to support development and manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical industry, making scientific observations and completing documentation to the required industry standards.

Responsibilities of the role include working within the laboratory following Standard Operating Procedures and relevant compliance regulations to ensure routine studies are completed on time and accurately recorded to meet appropriate scientific and GLP / GMP regulatory standards.

Who you are:

You have a HND or higher qualification in Virology or associated Biological Science discipline
You will ideally have prior knowledge and experience working to GLP and / or GMP in a similar working environment
You will ideally have experience of microscopy, aseptic technique and cell culture
Due to the high volume, fast paced nature of our business, you must be experienced to a level where you can cope with volume outputs, as well as being solutions focused when faced with any problems or setbacks
You must be highly selfmotivated, with strong initiative, facing challenges with energy, drive and the need to finish
You will have a strong focus on quality and safety
Demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively
Good communication and interpersonal skills
You have a good standard of written and spoken English and are computer literate, ideally with prior knowledge of working with LIMS

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