Chemist I, Manufacturing
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Scientist I, Formulation, where you'll make meaningful contributions to products that help make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. In this role, you'll perform formulation and manufacturing activities in a GMP/ISO-regulated environment, working with state-of-the-art equipment and technologies. You'll execute manufacturing protocols, troubleshoot processes, maintain detailed documentation, and collaborate across functions to ensure high-quality output. This position offers opportunities to drive continuous improvement while working in a team-oriented setting focused on safety, quality and operational excellence.
Job description
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required with no prior experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology manufacturing, formulation development, or related laboratory work
- Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering or related scientific field
- Demonstrated expertise in aseptic techniques and GMP manufacturing practices
- Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment, analytical methods and instrumentation
- Proficient in documentation practices and batch record completion
- Experience with quality systems and regulatory compliance (GMP, ISO)
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory software systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work while wearing required PPE
- Ability to work flexible hours including possible shift work
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety protocols
- Knowledge of data analysis and basic statistical methods
- Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing priorities
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required with no prior experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology manufacturing, formulation development, or related laboratory work
- Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering or related scientific field
- Demonstrated expertise in aseptic techniques and GMP manufacturing practices
- Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment, analytical methods and instrumentation
- Proficient in documentation practices and batch record completion
- Experience with quality systems and regulatory compliance (GMP, ISO)
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory software systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work while wearing required PPE
- Ability to work flexible hours including possible shift work
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety protocols
- Knowledge of data analysis and basic statistical methods
- Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing priorities
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 100,000 employees globally, Thermo Fisher provides an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through its industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. The company serves customers across healthcare, life sciences, applied markets, and pharmaceutical sectors, offering solutions that accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, and increase laboratory productivity. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher operates globally, delivering critical scientific products, services, and workflow solutions that support researchers, organizations, and companies in addressing some of the world's most pressing issues.