• QC Microbiology Scientist I

    ThermoFisher Scientific (Plainville, MA)


    Work Schedule

     

    Flex 10 hr shift/days

     

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

    Job Description

    Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Viral Vector Services (VVS) is a rapidly growing, gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that is seeking sharp individuals to bring the highest quality processes, products and testing to our clients. Our employees are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We are looking for top talent with proven competencies and strong character to join our team and help lead our organization into the future.

     

    How will you make an impact?

     

    + The Scientist will complete microbiology assays such as bioburden, endotoxin, and growth promotion. The incumbent will also support equipment, documentation, investigations and improvement initiatives within QC Microbiology. Works cohesively with peers and QC Microbiology management.

    + What will you do?

    + Position is Wednesday-Saturday 7:00am-5:30pm

    + Performs routine environmental monitoring and critical utility sampling, routine microbiology assays, growth promotion, and method suitability testing.

    + Performs inventory and stocking of QC lab.

    + Reviews data and enter results into LIMS system

    + Performs routine laboratory preventative maintenance and cleaning

    + Investigates alert and action level results, as well as support deviation initiation and writing

    + Provides data to external departments to facilitate investigation closure, support action notice sampling, investigative sampling when required, as well as isolator sampling

    + Train junior analysts!

    + Drafts and revises technical documents (SOPs, Work Instructions) and assist with continually improving on the job training

    Special Requirements

    + Ability to gown and gain access to cleanroom and utility areas

    + Position requires frequent bending, stooping, standing, and ability to lift 40lbs

    + Ability to work with strong chemical odors such as Spor-Klenz or bleach

    + Position is considered essential personnel and may be required to staff the lab during inclement weather or other internal/external emergency situations

    + Rotating holiday coverage

    + Occasional off shift hours may be required to meet business needs

     

    How will you get here?

    Bachelor’s degree required preferably in in biological sciences

    1 years of industry experience performing environmental monitoring, critical utility and microbiological assays preferred.

    Excellent Benefits

    + Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)

    + Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

    + Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

    + Retirement Savings Plan

    + Tuition Reimbursement

    OTHER

    + Relocation assistance is NOT provided

    + Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship.

    + Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening

     

    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.