Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

Job Description

Assist Metrologist  

At PPD, part of 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, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralise 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.  

Location/Division Specific Information  

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic guides. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.  

Discover Impactful Work:  

The Assist Metrologist will join our Lab Support team. Our Metrology team provides expertise in laboratory instruments to support qualification, maintenance, repairs and calibration of a range of laboratory testing equipment.  

A day in the Life  

Provide support for routine maintenance on instrumentation and equipment  

Provide support for scheduled calibrations and qualifications on active instruments  

Provide support for audits on lab instruments and equipment  

Document and perform work in accordance to GMP requirements and SOPs  

Work with lab staff to schedule maintenance  

Maintain and evaluate lab support records  

Provide ad hoc support to the Metrology team on all activities  

Education and Experience  

Education in Chemical/Pharmaceutical Sciences or similar  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities  

Good understanding of Lab operations and support needed within a lab  

Interest in Laboratory equipment and their operations  

Strong understanding of GMP  

Ability to adhere to laboratory policies and standard operating procedures  

Proficient computer skills  

Effective communication skills  

Ability to work in a team environment  

Ability to work without close supervision  

Work Environment  

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. 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.  

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.  

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com  

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.  

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