Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

QC Technician II (9-Month contract) 

Based at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Paisley site (3 Fountain Drive, Inchinnan Business Park), this role offers the opportunity to join an ISO-accredited QC laboratory supporting cell culture media and biomanufacturing activities. As a QC Technician II, you will give to essential sterility testing, cell culture assays, and cell banking to ensure our products meet the highest quality standards.

 

Position Objective

The role requires carrying out microbial testing, assays on cultured cells, and the storage of cell stocks within an ISO-accredited laboratory environment. You will help guarantee our products uphold the highest standards, supporting Thermo Fisher’s strong reputation for quality and customer happiness outcomes. All activities must align with internal and external specifications, giving to departmental safety and quality objectives.

 

ResponsibilitiesPerform raw material and finished-goods release testing according to Standard Operating Procedures, including:Cell culture performance assaysCell bankingCalibration and daily checks of laboratory equipmentSupporting and maintaining 5S, safety, environmental, and waste-management programsSupporting validation testing, technical investigations, and continuous improvement initiativesScheduling daily workloadCompleting product testing in accordance with ISO 13485 requirementsParticipating in personal development activities

 

EducationBachelor’s degree in a Biological Science (required)

 

ExperienceOne year of experience in a similar laboratory environment preferred (not essential)Strong oral and written communication skillsProven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams

 

ContactsRegular collaboration with departments across operationsPossible interactions with external collaborators

 

Working ConditionsLaboratory environmentWork involves safe handling of chemicals and hazardous materialsSome manual handling required