QC Microbiological testing analyst
As the world leader in serving science, our work is more than something that fills our days – what we do has great purpose. Our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research to clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and meaningful impact here at Thermo Fisher Scientific. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance.
QC Microbiological testing analyst
Work Schedule
Rotational days/weekends
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, 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. 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:
Position aligned with PSG DPS division standards and procedures
How Will You Make an Impact?:
As Microbiological Testing Technician, you will join the QC Microbiological Lab, reporting to the laboratory team leader. Using your technical and analytical skills, you will support Grade-A sterile production operations by ensuring the quality control microbiology testing.
You will thrive in a fast-paced team of professionals, passionate about sterile drugs production and for delivering life-saving drug products to patients across the world!
A Day in the Life:
- perform biological and microbiologial analysis of raw materials and finished products in accordance with the cGMP (sterility, bioburden and endotoxin testing), and presenting in a timely manner to the supervisor any anomalies;
- perform microbiological validation activities;
- review laboratory records;
- prepare and sterilize culture media and controls as required by SOP;
- work in support of sterile production departments;
- look after the instruments, materials and working environment,
Education: (NA or APAC)
- MSc in biology or biotechnology
Education: (EMEA)
- MSc in biology or biotechnology
Experience:
Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in QA or QC or related field
Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Validated experience as a microbiological analyst in a GMP production site
- Experience with aseptic laboratory technique, aseptic gowning technique, pipette use, bioburden, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Laboratory-based role involving routine work in a controlled laboratory environment. Requires compliance with site safety procedures, mandatory use of PPE, and adherence to applicable GxP and quality system requirements.
What We Offer:
Competitive Pay
Performance Related Bonus where eligible
Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits
Medical benefits
Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
