Quality Control Senior Associate Scientist

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Merck Group seeks a Quality Control Senior Associate Scientist for the Madison 4th shift in Verona, WI, a full-time role focused on cGMP analytical lab work across incoming materials, in-process and final product testing, method validation, cleaning and environmental monitoring using instruments. Requirements include a bachelor’s in chemistry or life sciences, 3+ years in a GLP or cGMP lab, with 4+ years preferred; knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, 210, 211 and ICH Q7; strong documentation and CAPA/OOS/OOT handling. The role prioritizes teamwork, audit readiness and willingness to contribute beyond duties; no sponsorship; pay $25-39/hr plus benefits; when applying, tailor your resume to GMP, highlight instrument proficiency and CAPA experience, and show collaboration.

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Your Role:

The Madison 4th shift Scientist, Quality Associate Senior position is responsible for cGMP analytical laboratory analysis in the Quality Control department of MilliporeSigma. Analysis/review may consist of all/some of the following: incoming raw material analysis, in-process testing, final product analysis, method validation/qualification, cleaning, and environmental monitoring to support Quality Control activities at the Madison and Verona sites. Analysis includes techniques specific to, but not limited to: HPLC, GC, KF, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR and XRPD among other tests and instruments. Other responsibilities may include initiation and review of deviations, OOS/OOT’s, change controls, and CAPA’s. Additionally, participation in process improvement initiatives, working in a team environment, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and supporting the department in maintaining the laboratory in an audit ready state are other duties. The Scientist, Quality Associate Senior position will have a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the company by assisting in many areas beyond specific job duties. 

The shift for this role is: 6:30am-7:00pm Friday-Sunday.

Physical Attributes:

• Work in an analytical testing lab with hazardous and toxic chemicals.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology or other Life Science discipline.
• 3+ years in a GLP or cGMP analytical laboratory environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing or testing laboratory
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, 210 and 211, and ICH Q7
• Experience with chemical analyses including HPLC, GC, KF, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR, and/or XRPD
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and good documentation practices and attention to detail 
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry techniques

Pay Range for this position: $25.00-$39.00 per hour.

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

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