Assistant Scientist - Vaccine

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role based at our 2244 Dabney Road location in Richmond, VA.   We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.  

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. 

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.

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Discover Impactful Work:

Trains on routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines. Performs routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds with periodic direct supervision. Transitions to more complex techniques/procedures and performs analysis on a variety formulations and/or biological matrices throughout role tenure. Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol, and product specifications.

A Day in the Life:

• Trains on routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory procedures and guidelines.
• Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds with  periodic direct supervision. Over time progresses to more complex techniques/procedures and performs analysis on a variety formulations and/or biological matrices.
• Completes all laboratory documentation in clear and accurate language and according to SOP and GLPs.
• Reviews and compiles results from assignments and makes initial determination on acceptability per SOP acceptance criteria.
• Problem solves with assistance pertaining to extraction and/or instrumentation problems.
• Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner.
• Manages QC responsibilities with minimal/no supervisor input. Communicates project status to project leader.
• Builds an understanding of QA processes and manages responsibilities with decreasing supervisor or QA input

Keys to Success:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0-1 year).

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelines
• Demonstrates excellent manual dexterity skills, allowing for precise and accurate work.
• Exhibits strong written and oral communication skills, facilitating effective communication within the team and with stakeholders.
• Displays exceptional time management and project management skills, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
• Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, enabling the identification and resolution of issues.
• Capable of cross-training on sample preparation techniques with another laboratory group, enhancing versatility and collaboration.
• Thrives in a collaborative work environment, actively contributing to a cohesive and productive team.
• To demonstrate behaviors which align to the 4i Values of Thermo Fisher

Working Conditions and Environment: 

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. 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 for typical working hours.

• Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. 

 

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $21.00–$22.00.

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