Scientist II, Microbiology

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll 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 worlds toughest challenges like protecting the environment making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.


Join our QC Microbiology Laboratory team in supporting cGMP-compliant manufacturing of biological products. As a Scientist II youll contribute to ensuring product quality through environmental monitoring microbiological testing and validation support. Youll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions by performing and overseeing critical testing procedures writing technical documentation and conducting data analysis. This role combines hands-on laboratory work with technical writing and collaboration across teams offering an opportunity to grow in pharmaceutical microbiology.

REQUIREMENTS:

Expertise in aseptic techniques light microscopy gram staining bioburden testing and bacterial endotoxin testing
Proficiency in environmental monitoring procedures and personnel monitoring during aseptic processing
Strong technical writing skills for SOPs test records qualification protocols and investigation reports
Experience with microbial identification and taxonomy
Data analysis and trending capabilities
Knowledge of cGMP requirements and laboratory safety practices
LIMS experience preferred
Ability to work M-F 8am-5pm with flexibility for occasional holiday and weekend hours
Strong organizational skills for managing laboratory supplies and inventory
Excellent interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration
Physical ability to work while fully gowned in a controlled environment

Education:

Advanced Degree with no prior experience or Bachelors Degree plus 2 years of experience in biological and/or pharmaceutical industry
Preferred Fields of Study: Life Sciences or Chemical/Biological Engineering

Compensation