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Production Scientist

Merck Group
St. Louis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Nov 2025

About the role

 

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: 


The Production Scientist role includes work with molecular biology procedures, aseptic techniques, semi-automated equipment and analytical methods. The production scientist supports all operational functions for pathogen detection kit formulation. This position will support these functions at 3050 Spruce Street and 545 S Ewing Ave. 
Responsibilities include: 
•    Travel 6-8 weeks over the next year for knowledge transfer and training in manufacturing processes, supporting lab startup. 
•    Become a subject matter expert in manufacturing processes, acting as the point of contact for local sub-workstreams (production, packaging, downfill). 
•    Ensure Safety and Quality standards are upheld, adhering to ISO 9001 guidelines. 
•    Complete assigned training, leading training for core operators in pathogen detection across two sites. 
•    Exhibit cross-functional flexibility within operations and maintain professional communication across departments. 
•    Meet production and project timelines, working both independently and as part of a team. 
•    Perform molecular biology techniques, antibody purifications (FPLC), and cell culture manufacturing. 
•    Support and potentially lead root cause investigations and contribute to production documentation. 

 

Physical Attributes: 


•    Stand for extended periods of time.
•    Lift, push, and or pull up to 50lbs. 
•    Wear standard PPE.
 
Who You Are 

Minimum Qualifications: 


•    Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or other Scientific discipline. 
•    3+ years of experience within a life science manufacturing environment conforming to good documentation and lab practices. 
 
Preferred Qualifications: 

•    Previous experience performing antibody Purification (Affinity chromatography by FFPLC) 
•    Previous experience in microbiology lab (bacterial culture/isolation/characterization) 
•    Previous experience in SAP/Oracle/any ERP system. 

 

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!

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Merck Group

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