Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll 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.

Thermo Fisher's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner.

Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is a unique partnership that allows our customers to leverage the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits.

We are seeking a dedicated FSP Scientist to join our world-class team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in South San Francisco. This is an outstanding opportunity to be a part of a groundbreaking research environment, passionately committed to advancing scientific discovery and innovation.

The PositionWe are looking for a self-motivated candidate to join the Biologics Sample Management team. This person will be an active member of the team in an innovative core facility for high throughput preparation, storage and distribution of biologic samples, such as DNA, RNA and proteins, cell lines and other therapeutic modalities to support research and drug discovery efforts on-site at Genentech in South San Francisco. The successful candidate will be expected to participate actively in sample management, acquisition, registration, preparation, distribution workflows and have strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills in order to work effectively with teammates and stakeholders.Who You Are:You have a bachelor’s degree, with 1-2 years relevant industry experience, or master’s degree, with 3-5 or more years of relevant industry experience, in molecular biology, biochemistry, or other related discipline. Prior experience with protein sample management & QC techniques, standard molecular biology techniques such as plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis and standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods is desired. Prior experience working with oligonucleotide and cell line samples is also a plus. Experience with automated liquid handling, analytical techniques and/or experience with Titian Mosaic or other Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) are also desired. Successful candidates must have the following attributes: team player, agile and open to change, be highly organized, self-motivated, with strong analytical and communication skills. Must have a demonstrated track record of ability and initiative to work independently in a collaborative team-oriented setting in line with the vision/mission of the group.Responsibilities:● Adapting scientific knowledge to resolve problems encountered in achieving defined goals with support from line manager or other team members as required to meet internal and project deadlines.● Review and follow laboratory procedures and policies for operating functions of the laboratory.● Demonstrating full command of all techniques and tools required for assigned responsibilities within the given project.● Ensuring the conduction of safe working practices.
● Sample management activities such as:
o Acquisition of new samples
o Sample registration & data entry
o Aliquoting
o Aseptic handling techniques
o QC
● Standard molecular biology techniques such as:
o Plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis
o Standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods
o Analytical techniques● Automated liquid handling● Take responsibility to maintain laboratory records, reports and files.● The ability to independently manage and resolve technical problems.● Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives, implement approved policies and procedures.● To provide support to colleagues where necessary with regard to equipment or technical requirements for projects being carried out.● Other duties as assigned may be required to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:● Self-motivated, enthusiastic, cooperative and reliable● The ability to be flexible and adapt to changing demands and processes whilst operating under pressure to meet deadlines● The ability to work accurately and with attention to detail● Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with other scientific staff● Able to work well independently, and as part of a team● Strong organizational and time management skills● Good verbal communication skills● Ability to repeatedly lift and bend with the ability to lift up to 50lbs over head when needed● Ability to maintain excellent laboratory records● Computer proficiency

Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similarScientist: Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ 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.

Working Environment:

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.

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!

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.

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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.

Accessibility/Disability Access

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Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $30.00–$50.00.

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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards