Sr Scientific Support Specialist

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

About the role

Join our dedicated Scientific Support team at Unity Lab Services, providing tailored lab services and supply management. We seek an enthusiastic Lab Specialist to be responsible for chemical inventory, lab support functions like glasswash and autoclaving, and ensuring labs are well-stocked, compliant, and operate efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory support services which includes glassware processing, biological waste processing, and chemical replenishment and management.
• Perform the decontamination and sterilization of laboratory apparatus in a timely manner.
• Routinely prepares external tubing components for laboratory systems in a timely manner.
• Routinely operates laboratory equipment.
• Maintains daily metrics and updates shared metrics document weekly.
• Proactively connect with the supervisor regarding any customer concerns and/or potential problems and address customer concerns within established resolution timeframes.
• Engage in process improvement activities.
• Be involved with safety programs such as hazard identification, inspections, and incident reporting/investigation as required.
• May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of work experience in a lab setting required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
• Ability to read and understand SDS documentation and DOT labeling requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and conduct manual material handling for prolonged periods.
• Must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Environmental Conditions

• Laboratory setting and office environment.
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.).
• Standing for full shift.
• Will work with hazardous/toxic materials.
• Role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline.
• Overtime work may be necessary.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Range of employee benefits.