Scientist I - Chemistry

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Highland Heights, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a fully onsite role based at our Global Central Laboratory in Highland Heights, KY. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. Available Shift: 2nd Shift: Rotating schedule (Shift Differential Offered) Week 1 (A): Monday-Friday, 2PM-10:30PM ET Week 2 (B): Tuesday-Saturday, 2PM-10:30PM ET At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future. Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. The Scientist and Medical Technologists perform analysis and evaluates individual and related laboratory data, recognizes patterns or trends that suggest significance of results and determines the level of clinical significance. Evaluates individual and related laboratory data to recognize patterns or trends that suggest significance of results. Assists in authoring and modifying SOPs. What You'll Do: Perform, review, and interpret complex, esoteric, and routine chemical, hematological, coagulation, renal, lipid, and hormonal analyses by manual, automated, and/or microscopic methods. Integrate analytical results with specific and varied clinical trial protocols to evaluate the credibility, appropriateness, and accuracy of test results in order to facilitate the inclusion or exclusion of subjects from research programs. Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair clinical laboratory equipment, including performing routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks. Recognize and resolve instrument problems, independently evaluating and taking appropriate action to ensure accurate patient data when major instrument issues occur. Evaluate analytical reagents, calibrators, and QC standards to ensure the accuracy of analytical results. Evaluate quality control procedures and results and implement corrective actions when indicated. Perform ongoing statistical data analysis to detect trends or problems and undertake corrective action. Conduct comparison studies for precision, accuracy, and linearity on new or existing assays or instruments. Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures and in the modification of existing methods. Provide instruction for new employees and students in the theory and practice of laboratory medicine and the interpretation of results. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience. ASCP certification preferred Experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent preferred Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Excellent critical thinking skills Good time management and organizational skills Ability to multi-task Good written and oral communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Able to retain knowledge in various laboratory units and train new employees Know how to adapt to changes in workflow, unusual circumstances, high pressure and time sensitive environments Able to work well in a collaborative team environment Working Environment: Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role: Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions Why join us? When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference. Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 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Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
Excellent critical thinking skills
Good time management and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task
Good written and oral communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Able to retain knowledge in various laboratory units and train new employees
Know how to adapt to changes in workflow, unusual circumstances, high pressure and time sensitive environments
Able to work well in a collaborative team environment
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification preferred
Experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Perform, review, and interpret complex, esoteric, and routine chemical, hematological, coagulation, renal, lipid, and hormonal analyses by manual, automated, and/or microscopic methods.
Integrate analytical results with specific and varied clinical trial protocols to evaluate the credibility, appropriateness, and accuracy of test results in order to facilitate the inclusion or exclusion of subjects from research programs.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair clinical laboratory equipment, including performing routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
Recognize and resolve instrument problems, independently evaluating and taking appropriate action to ensure accurate patient data when major instrument issues occur.
Evaluate analytical reagents, calibrators, and QC standards to ensure the accuracy of analytical results.
Evaluate quality control procedures and results and implement corrective actions when indicated.
Perform ongoing statistical data analysis to detect trends or problems and undertake corrective action.
Conduct comparison studies for precision, accuracy, and linearity on new or existing assays or instruments.
Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures and in the modification of existing methods.
Provide instruction for new employees and students in the theory and practice of laboratory medicine and the interpretation of results.