Sr Scientific Support Specialist

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As 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.

Location/Division Specific Information

This position is located in Thousand Oaks, CA.

How do we make an impact?

Unity Lab Services provides a single source for integrated lab service, support, and supply management. Our customized service offerings and world-class service experts have the flexibility and experience to uniquely address our customer’s laboratory's business needs.

What will you do?

• Manage client's sample material which may include doing daily courier runs for pick-ups, label samples, prep for incoming and outgoing shipments, log samples, run customer service window, and regular inventory management in labs.

• Manage stability study activation process. May be required to come on site after hours to perform time point study pulls

• Manage critical temperature control chambers, including after-hours cell phone coverage on a mandatory rotational basis

• Deliver on committed contractual scope of work. Assist with tracking business metrics, inbox monitoring and responses, work order closures, etc. per service level agreements.

• Follow SOPs, work instructions, all safety procedures, and established quality processes with consistency and precision. Prepare for site audits and use client computer systems to track work.

• Follow Good Documentation Practices in all record keeping

• Drive process improvement culture by supporting Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives.

• Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at all times throughout customer locations, professionally and positively.

• May perform other responsibilities as assigned by management.

How will you get here?

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, or a related technical field preferred.

Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in a GMP or other regulated environment may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience

2+ years within a quality setting or regulated environment

GxP experience is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of quality systems, quality assurance, and/or quality control principles, with the ability to apply them in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.

• Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and/or other regulated environment (e.g., FDA, ISO, cGMP), with a strong understanding of compliance requirements and documentation standards.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately review, document, and verify information while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. This includes maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and upholding Thermo Fisher Scientific's values, including confidentiality.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using electronic quality management systems (eQMS), ERP systems, or other regulated documentation systems is preferred.

• Possesses strong analytical abilities to problem solve, make timely decisions, re-balance staff workloads, and coordinate multiple overlapping priorities, while functioning in a fast-paced work environment.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Works primarily at customer site, which may require independent work at the customer locations. Work areas may include spaces where chemical-based allergens are in use (such as penicillin, tetracycline, etc)

• Depending on the area of the building, personal protective equipment may be worn, including lab coats, safety gloves, safety shoes, and/or safety glasses.

• Requires the ability to lift, push, and pull 30-40 pounds consistently; may be required to lift 50 pounds occasionally, including operation and use of pushcarts, pallet jacks, etc.

• Regularly required to stand or walk for prolonged periods.

• Ability to work overtime, as needed.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, 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!

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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.

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Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $19.77–$29.65.

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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