Calibration Technician
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers
Job Category
:
Quality
- Control/Assur/Regul
Requisition Number
: CALIB
003855
- Posted :
August 5, 2026 - Full-Time
Showing 1 location
GB
- Research Blvd Rockville, MD 20850, USA
GB
- Research Blvd Rockville, MD 20850, USA
This position is responsible for supporting MSD’s Calibration Program through performing pipette calibrations, scheduling equipment calibrations with vendors and overall maintenance of the equipment database. This position is also responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and assisting in repair of equipment within the Quality organization and Bioanalytical Lab.
DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Perform preventive maintenance activities on laboratory equipment such as plate washers, plate readers, pipettors, etc.
- Perform calibration for pipettes to ensure compliance with specifications; provide peer review for calibration records generated by other calibration technicians
- Initiate, review and ensure completion of Out of Specification (OOS) calibration reports per established MSD procedures
- Schedule equipment calibration with laboratory designees
- Coordinate and assist calibration contractors with equipment calibrations
- Maintain records of maintenance and calibration activities
- Perform troubleshooting and basic repairs on equipment
- Maintain inventory of maintenance parts
- Assist in maintaining 5S compliance in laboratories
- Assign new equipment identification, execute equipment transfers, red-tag and retirement requests
- Comply with all company policies and procedures including safety regulations, personal protective equipment requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and quality management system requirements
- Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Associate’s degree in scientific field with a minimum of 1 year of industry laboratory experience or equivalent education and experience combined.
- Experience with pipette calibrations per ISO 8655 is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and 13485 Standards preferred.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- General laboratory terminology, proper lab equipment handling practice, and safe work practices.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, and familiarity with MS Office tools.
- Demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills and solution driven analysis
- Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
- Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact schedules, accuracy and reliability of data, and product quality
- Must be able to effectively handle and prioritize multiple tasks at any given time
- Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision
- General computer skills, including Windows, email, internet, software installation, and basic computer setup.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the work place.
- This position requires frequent travel between MSD campuses.
- Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Standard biology laboratory environment with chemical and biological reagents up to BSL-2+.
COMPENSATION
SUMMARY:
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $52,400 to $76,000. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary.
These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.
BENEFITS
SUMMARY:
- At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security.
- In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits.
- We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment…
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