Associate Research Scientist - Biosafety

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.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Become an Associate Research Scientist - Biosafety at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in Middleton, Wisconsin. Work on impactful global health projects with a dedicated team!

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on now and in the future.

Our PPD Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic guides. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their dedication to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Essential Functions

• Independently perform analytical testing, method optimization/validation, and conduct specialty technology studies for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds. You will be crafting and completing experiments with proven precision.
• Review and critique study protocols, project status reports, final study reports, and other project-related technical documents, ensuring they meet our world-class standards.
• Communicate complex data and technical issues to clients regularly, providing updates that demonstrate our dedication to flawless execution.
• Provide technical mentorship and training to staff, encouraging a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Lead analytical troubleshooting sessions, ensuring that any issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of SOPs and quality systems, contributing to our outstanding compliance record.
• Review, interpret, and analyze data for technical, quality, and compliance, performing both self and peer reviews to maintain the highest standards.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 6+ years).

In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous experience with mycoplasma testing, cell banking, AVA, and rcAAV preferred
• Previous GMP experience preferred
• Previous client facing experience preferred
• Knowledge of microbiology, cells, and viruses
• Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations.
• Proficiency on technical operating systems.
• Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Outstanding time management and project management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Capability to train and mentor junior staff.

Work Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.

• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.

• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.

• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.

• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today!

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