QC Scientist I

Frederick, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 53300 - 79925

Posted on: 30 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Laboratory Setting Office Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

When youre part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific youll do important work. And youll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues exceeding $40 billion and the industrys largest investment in R&D we provide our people with the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Location/Division-SpecificInformation:

Frederick MD. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States withoutsponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check which includes a drug screen.

Shift:

Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Discover Impactful Work:

The Quality Control Scientist I is responsible for performing lab testing and troubleshooting results with a cross-functional team while fostering safety quality on-time delivery and cost savings daily with the QC team.

A Day in the Life:

Plans and performs quality control testing of reagents and kits through various testing methods such as next-generation sequencing and purification on the Genexus platform.
Follow good laboratory practices and cGMP
Assist with Out of Specification investigations as appropriate
Assist with updating QC testing methods SOPs and batch record forms to align with current laboratory practices and improvements
Maintain a team-first mentality and communicate effectively
Support product development programs method validation etc.
Initiates problem reporting (deviations non-conformances failures corrective and preventive actions) via TrackWise and assists with root cause investigation/analysis for OOS
Perform peer review of QC data packets
Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced
Supports adopts and promotes the Thermo Fisher 4 I values Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement
Help maintain the Quality Control laboratory in a safe tidy and efficient condition and ensure safe working practices are followed

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry Chemistry Molecular Biology or related degree preferred.
1 year relevant industry experience preferred (equivalent combinations of education and relevant work experience may be considered).
Skilled in basic molecular biology and/or analytical chemical testing.
Good pipetting technique.
Experience with Next Gen Sequencing.
Experience in participating in problem notifications CAPA Out of Specification investigations etc.

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of general cGMP lab compliance.
Strong quality-first approach.
Ability to perform independently & as part of a team.
Ability to work in a multifaceted fast-paced team environment.
Excellent communication/interpersonal and presentation skills.
Experience writing & reviewing technical documentation.
Knowledge of the 5S system and process improvements.

Benefits:

We offer competitive remuneration annual incentive plan bonus healthcare and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative forward-thinking organization and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity intensity involvement and innovation!

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $53300.00$79925.00.

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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Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Laboratory Setting Office Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionWhen youre part of t...