QC Scientist I (12 hour Night Shift) at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Greenville, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in a science-related field (preferably Biology); Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field preferred
  • 1+ years related experience performing chemical tests with chromatographic, spectroscopic, or other analytical techniques (2 years preferred); working knowledge of EMPOWER is a plus
  • Knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Access
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills (preferred)
  • Strong organization and detailed planning skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures
  • Good knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry, including GMPs (preferred)
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
  • Ability to apply mathematical operations
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch for prolonged periods; lift/carry 25-50 lbs., push/pull 50-100+ lbs.; arm/hand/finger dexterity; visual acuity; ability to sit, reach, talk, hear
  • Ability to work 12-hour night shifts (6pm-6am) on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule in cleanrooms, cold rooms/freezers (-22°F/-6°C), with PPE, hazardous materials, loud noises, strong odors, etc
  • Adherence to GMP safety standards and cleanroom restrictions (no hair products, jewelry, makeup, etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Perform analyses including instrumental and automated methods using prescribed procedures and techniques
  • Generate valid data, report results on appropriate database compared to established specifications while adhering to GMPs
  • Compare laboratory results with specifications for acceptability and determine if repetition or OOS is required
  • Maintain equipment and troubleshoot instrumentation problems, procedural problems, or production problems
  • Review and understand SOPs and analytical procedures as needed
  • Schedule activities to meet target dates for customer needs
  • Follow all job-related safety and other training requirements
  • Perform tasks as assigned by area supervision or designee
  • Perform Environmental Monitoring tasks in support of Steriles production within classified areas using aseptic technique and gowning
  • Withstand extended periods of standing/walking and bending

Skills

Environmental Monitoring
Aseptic Technique
GMP
Cleanroom Procedures
Aseptic Gowning
Instrumental Analysis
Automated Methods
Laboratory Techniques
SOP Review
Data Reporting
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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