Entry Level Scientist

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Middleton, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a fully onsite position at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s GMP Laboratory in Middleton, Wisconsin. The Scientist I performs high-quality sample testing for pharmaceutical clients, using sample preparation and analysis to support the development and delivery of life-changing therapies. The work involves routine sample preparation and quantitative analysis of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in various formulations and biological matrices for stability and analytical testing. Under general supervision, the Scientist conducts complex analyses, trains on analytical instrumentation and applicable procedures, and reviews and compiles results against established acceptance criteria and specifications.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening. Applicants may be located anywhere in the United States, but relocation assistance is not provided and relocation costs are the candidate’s responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or equivalent, or a relevant formal academic or vocational qualification.
• Previous experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job; comparable to 0–2 years of work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory authorities, compendia, and ICH guidelines.
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Time-management and project-management skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team, cooperate with coworkers in an organized team environment, and work alone with supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects or activities and perform successfully under pressure.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Life Sciences degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sample preparation and analysis to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in various formulations and biological matrices for stability and analytical testing.
• Conduct complex analyses under general supervision.
• Train on the routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, as well as SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Review and compile results and compare data against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocols, and product specifications.
• Cross-train on sample preparation techniques with another laboratory group.
• Manage time and assignments to complete work within expected time frames.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level