QC Scientist III

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting

About the Role

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.

Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a QC Scientist III, you'll perform diverse microbiological testing to ensure the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. You will perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analysis to support manufacturing operations while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Working with advanced analytical instruments, our collaborative environment provides opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement as you help deliver vital therapies to patients.

Responsibilities

• Execute and review tests for product release, stability, and in-process samples
• Perform data review and troubleshoot technical issues
• Provide oversight to junior staff
• Author and review technical documentation
• Drive and or participate in quality records investigations
• Interface with clients and regulatory authorities as needed
• Your work will directly impact patient safety and product quality while advancing scientific innovation

Requirements

• Advanced Degree plus 2 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in GMP pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical quality control
• Preferred Fields of Study: Biology, Microbiology, or related scientific field
• Expertise in Compendial Microbiological testing such as Sterility, Bacterial Endotoxin Testing, Bioburden Testing and Subvisible Particulate Matter testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Regulatory Guidance (FDA and EMA)
• Proficiency in data analysis and laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Good technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong organizational abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and work with cross-functional teams
• Experience with quality investigations and CAPAs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to wear PPE and work in laboratory environments
• May require weekend/flexible scheduling based on business needs
• Physical requirements include standing, lifting up to 25 lbs, and manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience mentoring team members

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits—effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401K Company Match up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discount Program
• Recognition Program
• Charitable Gift Matching
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Location

Greenville, NC

Relocation assistance is not provided.

Employment Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP OF ANY KIND NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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.