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About Sigma-Aldrich: Sigma-Aldrich is a leading Life Science and High Technology company. Its chemical and biochemical products and kits are used in scientific research, including genomic and proteomic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development and as key components in pharmaceutical, diagnostic and other high technology manufacturing. The Company has customers in life science companies, university and government institutions, hospitals, and in industry. Over one million scientists and technologists use its products. Sigma-Aldrich operates in 38 countries and has 7,900 employees providing excellent service worldwide. Sigma-Aldrich is committed to Accelerating Customer Success through Innovation and Leadership in Life Science, High Technology and Service. For more information about Sigma-Aldrich, please visit its award-winning Web site at http://www.sigma-aldrich.com.

Independently design experiments, perform lab work, evaluate data, and complete process development tasks
Complete associated project documentation
Manage and lead technical interactions and provide high level research documentation
Independently optimize operational processes and implement changes
Perform standard operational functions as required
Contribute to support functions of the labs and work areas
Perform training and act as a high level technical resource
Work in a team environment as team lead or team member
Perform a leaderhip role in assigned projects
Identify areas for process development
Productively work on several projects at a time
Lead process improvement initiatives
Prepare complete written procedures as needed


Sigma-Aldrich offers a highly motivational and rewarding working environment with attractive salary, benefits, retirement, relocation and incentive packages including tuition reimbursement. Sigma-Aldrich fosters the growth of employees in a culture of respect and dignity with ample opportunity for career advancement.
Sigma-Aldrich is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The performance of the job requires an individual that has a high level of technical lab skill and theoretical knowledge who can work independently, interact professionally within a team setting, either as the team lead or a team member and is highly self motivated.

The position requires an MS or Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, genomics or related life science field with at least 5 years of extensive lab experience. Extensive life science experience in R&D or process development may be acceptable. Previous manufacturing experience is highly desirable. The position requires demonstrated research or manufacturing experience and a detailed understanding in the following areas: quantitative PCR, nucleic acid isolation and purification, restriction enzyme digests, and aseptic technique. Demonstrated experience in successful experimental design, research experience and research documentation is required. Experience in protein chemistry and cell-based assays is desirable. Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO is desirable. The candidate must be able to excel in a team atmosphere through communication and cooperation. The position requires the candidate to function as a technical resource and a role model for others. Compliance with corporate and departmental procedures, policies and regulations is required. Strong computer skills, excellent time management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an attention to detail in documentation practices are required. The position will require working with chemical and biological reagents in ambient, cold room and freezer conditions. Occasional shift work may be required. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.