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Scientist I, Formulation


Job Location:

Carlsbad, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 25 - 31
Posted: 28 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting

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.

Location/Division-SpecificInformation:

Carlsbad CA. 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.

Discover Impactful Work:

In this role youll perform formulation and manufacturing activities in a GMP/ISO-regulated environment working with state-of-the-art equipment and technologies. Youll execute manufacturing protocols troubleshoot processes maintain detailed documentation and collaborate across functions to ensure high-quality output. This position offers opportunities to drive continuous improvement while working in a team-oriented setting focused on safety quality and operational excellence.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors Degree required with no prior experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology manufacturing formulation development or related laboratory work.
  • Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry Biochemistry Biology Pharmaceutical Sciences Engineering or related scientific field.
  • Demonstrated expertise in aseptic techniques and GMP manufacturing practices.
  • Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment analytical methods and instrumentation.
  • Proficient in documentation practices and batch record completion.
  • Experience with quality systems and regulatory compliance (GMP ISO).
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory software systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work while wearing required PPE.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including possible shift work.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety protocols.
  • Knowledge of data analysis and basic statistical methods.
  • Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing priorities.

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 hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $25.60$31.75.

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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