QC Scientist

Thermo Fisher Scientific ,
Basingstoke, Hampshire
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Quality Control Scientist- Fixed Term Contract for between 14 and 18 months When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you'll be supported in achieving your career goals. What will you do? * Carry out Quality Control Testing in accordance with Oxoid test specifications and methods. * Ensure processes and procedures are carried out in accordance with the laboratory and company Quality Systems * Build and maintain effective working relationships to ensure robust collaboration cross-functionally and with key stakeholders (key interfaces include QC Manager, QC Lead Scientist, QC Team Leader, QA, Manufacturing Sciences, Production, Customer Services and Planning) to ensure customer service level targets are met * Taking direction from the QC Team Leader and Lead Scientist regarding prioritization of finished product and raw material testing * Engage in continuous improvement using the PPI lean methodology including standard work and tier meetings. Use PPI processes to solve problems and improve departmental and business processes * Take on key laboratory responsibilities such as first aider, fire warden, LSG, PPI Champion etc. * Deputize for leading T1 and attending Tier 2 if required by the Team Leader * Role-model the Thermo Fisher 4I Values and use as a day-to-day guide in decision making * To fulfill the responsibilities of the position as defined in the Oxoid Health, Safety and Environmental policies and associated Codes of Practice Who we are looking for: Minimum Qualifications: * Level 6 educational qualification or equivalent in a Microbiology or related subject (or QBE) * Effective planning and organizational skills * Decision Quality - Attention to detail and a systematic approach * Problem Solving - Effective in technical and organizational troubleshooting to root cause * Communicates openly creating collaborative relationships by developing strong work relationships, displaying integrity and building trust across functions * Drive for Results - Delivering consistent results by being action oriented, demonstrating organizational agility, planning effectively and setting priorities. * Proficiency in laboratory skills and techniques (pipetting, swabbing, streaking, pouring plates etc) * Competency in testing at least 2 Oxoid product groups/expertise of (HPLC, Wet Chemistry, LP and RAWM, PM, AST DCM and FDS) * Good numeracy skills, and ability to read and follow methods / SOPs precisely. Preferred Qualifications: * Significant experience of quality control testing within a microbiology laboratory environment * Composure - Able to remain calm and work methodically under pressure * Continuous improvement mindset * Significant experience in using SAP, and MS Office software packages About us: Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 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, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 75,000 colleagues 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 and Patheon With Thermo Fisher Scientic, it's not just a career. It's a chance to realise your best - professionally and personally. Apply today! Employment Type: Full time

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