QC Scientist I, Micro

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Greenville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a QC Scientist I to contribute to global health through quality control testing that ensures the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. You will perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses in support of manufacturing operations while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Working with advanced analytical instruments, you'll conduct testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples. Our collaborative environment provides opportunities for continuous learning and career growth as you help deliver vital therapies to patients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, no prior experience required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP OF ANY KIND NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and laboratory information systems
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
Physical requirements include standing/walking for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and manual dexterity
Must be able to work in cleanroom environments wearing required PPE

Nice To Haves

Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or related scientific field
Experience with microbiological identifications, testing, environmental monitoring, and aseptic techniques
Knowledge of GMP regulations, documentation practices, and pharmaceutical quality standards
Strong attention to detail with ability to follow standard procedures and maintain data integrity
Excellent problem-solving skills and logical approach to scientific challenges
Experience in pharmaceutical/regulated environment preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of microbiological and bioanalytical testing; including Sterility Testing Bacterial, Endotoxin Testing, Particulate Matter, membrane filtration, TOC and conductivity to support release of product and making quality decisions.
Generates valid data, document testing procedures and results in appropriate notebooks and database according to cGMP
Compares laboratory results with specifications for acceptability and determines with QA and Management if repetition or OOS is required.
Maintains equipment and laboratory cleanliness and report any issues to supervisor.
Conducts tasks in a safe manner.
Follows scheduled assigned activities to meet target dates for customer needs.
Interacts effectively with teams across departments and functions to increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality.
Performs all duties in strict compliance with Safety guidelines and procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
Maintains the necessary compliance status required by company.