Thermo Fisher Scientific - Career
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QC Scientist I
How will you make an impact?
- QC Scientist I role at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. involves maintaining quality and safety standards.
What will you do?
Up to 10% Calibrations/Standardizations/Preparatory Set Up
- Perform calibrations and standardizations of instruments such as balances and pH meters as required.
- Standardize volumetric and titrimetric solutions, and prepare buffers and HPLC mobile phases.
Up to 80% Testing/Documentation/Data Review
- Independently perform complex testing techniques and methods assigned.
- Conduct testing that requires the highest level of difficulty and precision.
- Troubleshoot and provide technical assistance with analytical instrumentation like HPLC, GC, FTIR, and UV.
- Ensure all critical laboratory equipment is calibrated before use.
Up to 5% Housekeeping
- Maintain and clean laboratory areas, including benches, sinks, and equipment.
- Occasionally clean laboratory pipettes and other glassware.
- Dispose of solvents, acids, and other wastes according to company procedures and regulations.
Up to 5% Training and Development
- Engage in continuous training to improve skills, focusing on technological advancements.
- Train other analysts in areas of expertise, including chromatographic techniques and laboratory documentation.
- Actively participate in or lead laboratory projects and propose solutions to encountered problems.
How will you get here?
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in a Quality Control Laboratory in a GMP Pharmaceutical facility is highly desirable.
Work Schedule
- Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
- Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials