Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago
QA Microbiology Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with a mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. The Quality Microbiology Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing laboratory testing and environmental monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Conduct environmental monitoring of air and water systems, including testing for bioburden, bacterial endotoxins, and viable/non-viable particulates
Perform routine and specialized testing of raw materials, incoming goods, intermediates, and/or finished products in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality control plans
Prepare biological media, chemical reagents, glassware, and equipment for bacteriological and chemical testing
Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory consumables to support uninterrupted testing operations
Issue Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and Certificates of Compliance (CoC) upon request, ensuring accuracy and traceability
Assist in the management of non-conforming materials and support investigations into out-of-specification (OOS) results
Participate in the development and validation of new test procedures and the refinement of existing protocols to improve accuracy and efficiency
Contribute to ongoing product and process improvement initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Maintain a well-organized and detailed laboratory notebook documenting all work performed, observations, and analytical results
Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free laboratory environment
Qualification
Required
Associate or bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, environmental science or strongly related scientific field with minimum 1-2 years of laboratory experience
Experience in basic microbiological techniques e.g. aseptic technique, bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, and environmental monitoring
Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Words, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex procedures accurately
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Benefits
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
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
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