Sr Scientific Support Specialist - Cell Culture Preparation
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This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsAble to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob DescriptionAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll 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 world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Location/Division Specific Information Customer location in Cambridge, MA Discover Impactful Work: Drive excellence in the Media Sciences program through right-the-first-time preparation of custom media formulations, compliance adherence, safe lab techniques, and client satisfaction. Champion innovation and practical process improvement in the laboratory! A Day in the Life: Play a key role in a team of laboratory staff performing media and buffer operations for Process Development Complete tasks associated with media and buffer preparation operations (e.g., complex calculations, aseptic technique, chemical inventory, troubleshooting, cell culture media prep, dilutions, pH titration) Performs the weighing dispensing of raw materials for solution prep, filtration, and labeling Perform verification/approval of peer calculations, technical documentation, and equipment logbooks Maintain laboratory areas in a high state of inspection preparedness. Follow procedures as outlined by Best Practices, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Work Instructions May perform other duties as assigned by management. Keys to Success, Education Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in a scientific subject area and 1 year of laboratory experience strongly preferred; or an advanced
Requirements
degree with limited experience; or equivalent combination of work experience and education, HS Diploma or equivalent required.Experience Experience in a laboratory setting, validated excellence in customer service required, experience handling chemicals preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach. Trained in basic laboratory safety. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and confident working in systems and databases. Ability to work independently within customer location.GMP/GLP compliance, and audit critical records preferred Physical Requirements / Work Environment The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, and manual material handling of chemical containers are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime work may also be necessary. As a condition of your employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher's pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher's criteria.
Benefits & conditions
Benefits We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, 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! May be eligible for weekly allowance for parking expenses. 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 at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Apply today! Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. Accessibility/Disability Access Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-#####*. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. *This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response. Compensation and BenefitsThe hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $21.82-$32.00.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 programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt 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 policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit
About the company
We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. With $1.4 billion invested annually in R&D, our collaborative and diverse teams have the resources they need to drive new discoveries and do cutting-edge research and develop important applications and tools that help millions of lives around the world.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with an annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 100,000+ colleagues deliver an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.