Scientist I

Job Description

Job Description

Professional Track, Band 4

Scientist I

The Oakwood Village site houses manufacturing facilities, scientific laboratories, US technical support, quality assurance teams and software development teams. The Oakwood Village site is the global manufacturing site of CLSI Frozen Reference antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) panels. Our R&D Team develops and validates new AST products for novel antibiotics and antibiotic combinations, as well as supporting the existing AST product range.

This position works both individually and in collaboration with other team members to validate new susceptibility testing products, perform reference testing for external companies and support the R&D needs of the Microbiology Division.

You’ll be part of a team of employees who share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Our ability to grow year after year is driven by our ability to attract, develop and retain world-class people who will thrive in our environment and share in our desire to improve humanity by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical:

Working on development projects, support projects and clinical trials, you will be responsible for the following:

• Support for the validation of new susceptibility testing products, including;
  • Reviewing clinical trial protocols
  • Supporting / executing clinical trials and writing reports.
• Application of the following techniques during clinical trial validations, and other antimicrobial susceptibility testing:
  • Microbiological techniques. e.g. AST
  • Aseptic Techniques
• Analyzing and interpreting data to draw logical conclusions.
• Producing scientific reports and presentations.

Project Management:

• Planning, execution and tracking of projects and tasks you are assigned to.

Laboratory:

• Supports Health and Safety activities in the Laboratory as well as an effective 5S system; proposes and implements solutions.  
• Assists the laboratory manager and senior team members in management of laboratory equipment (including servicing and qualification) and routine maintenance.
• Implements effective lab processes to ensure lab users can work efficiently.
• Assists with maintenance of training documentation ensuring it is up to date and in line with current requirements.

General:

• Attending team meetings, actively contributing and reporting progress.
• Representing the team in meetings with internal stakeholders.
• Fulfilling the responsibilities of the position defined in the company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, and associated codes of practice.
• Ensuring that their own work aligns with the companies ISO registration & regulatory certifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

The jobholder is expected to work using microbiological and analytical techniques. They are expected to have relevant experience in at least one of these areas and extensive training will be provided on the other. Therefore, the jobholder should have at least one of the following:

• A degree or equivalent in microbiology or a related subject. Experience in a microbiology laboratory with the ability to demonstrate competency in microbiological techniques, especially AST. OR
• A degree or equivalent in the biological or pharmacological sciences. Experience in biostatistics, data analytics and presentation, especially in comparative studies.

In addition, the jobholder should demonstrate good analytical, organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software packages, especially Word and Excel, is required.

Some experience in the following would be of benefit but is not crucial:

• A formulations development role.
• Experience as an end user of AST products.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices
• A strongly innovative mindset
• Knowledge of programming techniques with respect to data analytics

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!

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.