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Scientist I, Microbiology

Thermo Fisher Scientificabout 24 hours ago
Remote
CA$51,200 - CA$76,850/annual
Entry Level
Full-Time

About the role

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Laboratory Setting Job Description 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. Perform essential analyses that help ensure product quality and safety as part of our Microbiology team at Thermo Fisher Scientific. In this role, you'll conduct microbiological testing on raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples following established SOPs and GMP guidelines. Your responsibilities will include media preparation, culture maintenance, microbial identification, environmental monitoring, and equipment calibration. You'll document and analyze test results while maintaining strict compliance with quality standards. This position offers opportunities to contribute to method development, participate in validation projects, and work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. Your work will directly impact our mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. REQUIREMENTS: • Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, and aseptic techniques • Some work experience in a GMP/GLP environment preferred • Proficiency in microbiological testing methods including environmental monitoring, growth promotion, and microbial identification • Experience with laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration • Strong documentation and technical writing skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills • Strong verbal and written communication abilities • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment • Experience with LIMS/SAP systems preferred • Availability to work various schedules including weekends when required • Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift 10-35 pounds, and perform laboratory tasks requiring manual dexterity • Must follow safety protocols and properly use PPE including lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves Education: • Bachelor's Degree required • Preferred Fields of Study: Microbiology, Biology, or related scientific field Compensation The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $51,200.00–$76,850.00. Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? 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. 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.

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