Validation Specialist

Work Location:  Burlington, Massachusetts

Shift:  No

Department:  LS-PS-PVUE Validation Services RT Lab

Recruiter:  Beverly Dellisola

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Your Role

MilliporeSigma in Burlington, MA is seeking a Validation Specialist.  In this role as a Filter Validation Specialist performing Bacterial Retention Testing, you will perform microbial filter validation tests, including preliminary studies and standard bacterial retention tests, in line with approved protocols and SOPs.

Responsibilities:

Plan testing activities, prepare equipment and materials, and use laboratory and data-management tools to deliver accurate, complete results on schedule

Document work according to Good Documentation Practices and ALCOA+ principles, support technical reviews, and promptly report deviations or unexpected results

Maintain equipment and workspaces, perform water and environmental monitoring, prepare  B. diminuta  cultures, and train colleagues as required

Handle samples and solvents safely and support occasional weekend activities when needed

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or other Life Science field

1+ years of experience with aseptic laboratory techniques and working in sterile environments

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience performing microbial filter validation and bacterial retention testing in accordance with approved SOPs and protocols

Understanding of GLP/GMP practices, data integrity, Good Documentation Practices, and ALCOA+ principles

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and Technical Report No. 26 (Revised 2025):  Sterilizing Filtration of Liquids

Ability to record, review, and communicate accurate laboratory data; experience with Excel, Word, LabVantage, or Smartsheet

Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and time-management skills, with a focus on right-first-time execution

Ability to communicate clearly with laboratory, project, and cross-functional teams and know when to seek clarification

Ability to adapt positively to changes in processes, tools, or organization and willingness to support scheduled monitoring, culture preparation, and occasional weekend activities

Pay Range for this position: $29.00 - $44.00/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 .

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