Merck KGaA Posted September 12, 2026

Laboratory Assistant

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

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:

MilliporeSigma in Burlington, MA, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the North America Validation Services Laboratory. This laboratory-based position will report directly to the Lab Manager and provide support across all laboratory departments.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of laboratory materials.

Keep the sterile material inventory complete and organized, including conducting regular inventories.

Prepare materials for autoclaving, ensuring proper wrapping and labeling.  Operate autoclaves and dishwashing machines following established procedures, while complying with all regulatory and company policies regarding sterilization processes.

Load and unload materials into the autoclave for sterilization.

Monitor sterilization cycles to ensure proper operation and effectiveness.  Record and document sterilization parameters and results accurately.

Perform biological and chemical indicator tests to verify sterilization efficacy.

Ensure proper storage of sterilized materials.

Dispose of biohazardous waste in accordance with safety protocols.

Compile and submit reports on sterilization activities and outcomes.

Future opportunity to manage media sterility and conduct growth promotion tests as well as prepare laboratory media and reagents

 

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED and 2+ years laboratory experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree in any Scientific field

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong communication skills are essential for effectively updating the lab team, VPM team, lab managers, and QA personnel on project-dependent items

Proficient in Aseptic Technique and good laboratory practices

Familiarity with sterilization procedures and safety protocol.

Understanding of Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practices

Commitment to achieving results accurately and efficiently

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Capacity to comprehend and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols

Pragmatic and results-oriented approach to tasks

Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn

Ability to adapt to changes in processes, tools, and organizational structures

Strong team spirit and respectful interpersonal behavior

Pay Range for this position: $23.00 - $36.00/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 .

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!

Job details

Seniority
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Function
Other / Corporate Functions
Therapeutic area
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Location
Burlington, Massachusetts, United States
Employment type
FULL_TIME

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