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Junior Process Engineer

🏢 Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany 📍 Glasgow, Scotland 💼 Company - Public
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£23,850 - £33,000
£1,988 - £2,750 / mo
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Location Base
Glasgow, Scotland
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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Transatlantic Parity
1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Work Your Magic with us!

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.

Your Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Process Engineer to join our Biomanufacturing team. Working between Glasgow and Midlothian. You will support development and execution of new processes and technology to support manufacture of client products, such as cell and virus banks, in a GMP compliant production facility. With experience of GMP regulations and handling of mammalian cell cultures, you will work closely with the Process Engineer and clients to support process from development through to implementation and play a key part in ensuring the success of customer projects. D ay to day dutiesinclude working in lab areas and following Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring documentation is completed accurately and in accordance with appropriate scientific and GMP regulatory standards,performing aseptic manipulations of client product, as well as training Manufacturing personnel in developed processes . The ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders is key to success in this role. This is a fantastic opportunity for an innovative thinker with grounded understanding of cell culture todevelop withinour business. In this key role, you will be able to make a difference and support growth and innovation within the industry.

Who you are:


  • Ideally educated to BSC level in a Biological Science discipline with previous commercial experience in a scientific laboratory role.
  • Will have prior knowledge and experience working in a GMP regulated laboratory; previous experience of working in cleanroom setting would be advantageous.
  • Some Cell culture and some Virus handling experience would be an advantage.
  • Will have experience in aseptic processing techniques and mammalian cell culture practices, coupled with understanding of process development requirements. Experience in virus culture processes would be an advantage.
  • Must be self-motivated with strong initiative, facing challenges with energy, drive, and the need to deliver to deadlines.
  • Will proactively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve department processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • A strong focus on quality and safety to ensure procedures are being followed.
  • Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively.
  • Demonstrate great communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Have a good standard of written and spoken English and are computer literate
  • Prior knowledge of working with LIMS would be advantageous.
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it 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 our diverse team!
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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