Engineer/Scientist II, QC (LCMS Testing)

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The Engineer/Scientist II QC will work closely with multiple Quality Control Operations and Research and Development functions to support production demand and ensure achievement of company goals following the 4i values. At Thermo Fisher Scientific our mission isto enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. We would love to have you be part of our Quality Control team and join us on this mission.

How will you make an impact

Niche Diagnostics within the Clinical Diagnostics Division of Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a highly motivated innovative and experienced scientist to join the Internal LCMS Testing Team within the Quality Control Department based in Fremont California.

This is a hands-on position in which the primary responsibilities include performing routine LC-MS/MS testing in a FDA/ISO regulated environment to support manufacturing quality control and new product development of in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) products. The ideal candidate shall have excellent hands-on lab skills strong GMP documentation skills ability to analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions and make recommendations as well as strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform LC-MS/MS benchtop testing in the laboratory utilizing established procedures and protocols.
• Plan day-to-day and routine tasks without direct instruction and guidance.
• Review test results to confirm data accuracy perform data analysis generate test report and draw conclusions based on those results.
• Perform all work in compliance with FDA Design Control guidance ISO standards cGMP and other applicable regulations.
• Perform other responsibilities to support the needs of the department as assigned.
• Demonstrate a strong continuous improvement focus and execution of improvement projects.

Requirements

• BA/BS or equivalent in Analytical Chemistry Biochemistry or other related life science field with 2 or more years related experience. MS degree in above disciplines with 1 or more years experience.
• Hands-on lab skills and laboratory experience is required.
• Self-motivated independent and a proactive when scheduling own work and considering internal customer timelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work constructively on a team.
• Ability to use word processing presentation and spreadsheet software.
• Good organization and time management skills
• Strong preference will be given to those candidates having hands-on lab-based experience in LC-MS/MS testing

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company team and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO) 10 paid holidays annually paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave) accident and life insurance and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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