FSP - Assoc Scientist - Sample Management

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role based at our customer’s site in South San Francisco, CA. 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.

Thermo Fisher's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner.

Our Laboratories Functional Service Partnership (FSP) team plays a direct role in advancing drug development by creating sustained groups of talent within our customers’ organizations to provide long-term support. Through this collaborative approach, our professionals bring their commitment to excellence, industry knowledge, and operational strength directly into customer environments, helping to enhance capabilities and advance the delivery of life-changing therapies.

Key responsibilities:

We are looking for a self-motivated candidate to join the Biologics Sample Management team. This person will be an active member of the team in a state-of-the-art core facility for high throughput preparation, storage and distribution of biologic samples, such as DNA, RNA and proteins, cell lines and other therapeutic modalities to support research and drug discovery efforts at our client site. The successful candidate will be expected to participate actively in sample management, acquisition, registration, preparation, distribution workflows and have strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills in order to work effectively with teammates and stakeholders.

• Adapting scientific knowledge to resolve problems encountered in achieving defined goals with support from line manager or other team members as required to meet internal and project deadlines.
• Review and follow laboratory procedures and policies for operating functions of the laboratory.
• Demonstrating full command of all techniques and tools required for assigned responsibilities within the given project.
• Ensuring the conduction of safe working practices.
• Sample management activities such as:
• Acquisition of new samples
• Sample registration & data entry
• Aliquoting
• Aseptic handling techniques
• QC
• Standard molecular biology techniques such as:
• Plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis
• Standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods
• Analytical techniques
• Automated liquid handling
• Optional but not required: familiarity with establishing laboratory automation platforms and writing methods
• Optional, but not required: experience with Titian Mosaic or other Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) systems
• Take responsibility to maintain laboratory records, reports and files.
• The ability to independently manage and resolve technical problems.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives, implement approved policies and procedures.
• To provide support to colleagues where necessary with regard to equipment or technical requirements for projects being carried out.
• Other duties as assigned may be required to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, or similar
• Assoc Scientist: Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0-2 years’)
• Scientist: Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2-4 years’)
• OR Masters

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:

• Prior experience with protein sample management & QC techniques, standard molecular biology techniques such as plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis and standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods is desired.
• Prior experience working with oligonucleotide and cell line samples is also a plus. Experience with automated liquid handling, analytical techniques and/or experience with Titian Mosaic or other Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) are also desired.
• Successful candidates must have the following attributes: team player, agile and open to change, be highly organized, self-motivated, with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Must have a demonstrated track record of ability and initiative to work independently in a collaborative team-oriented setting in line with the vision/mission of the group.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, cooperative and reliable
• The ability to be flexible and adapt to changing demands and processes whilst operating under pressure to meet deadlines
• The ability to work accurately and with attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with other scientific staff
• Able to work well independently, and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to repeatedly lift and bend with the ability to lift up to 50lbs over head when needed
• Ability to maintain excellent laboratory records
• Computer proficiency

Working Environment:

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 and/or standing for typical working hours.

Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds

Able to work in non-traditional work environments.

Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with

proficiency.

May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.

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

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!

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $30.00–$34.00.

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

This job posting is for multiple levels:

The salary range estimated for the second level is: $35.00–$39.00