Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. 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.

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Join our dedicated team in Unity Lab Services as a Lab Support Specialist, where we provide seamless support tailored to our customers' unique needs. We’re seeking an organized individual to handle lab support operations, including glasswash, garment management, and gas/dry ice management. You'll be the primary point of contact for lab personnel, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all support activities.

Description Details

This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department at AbbVie Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale-up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre-clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of AbbVie’s robust pipeline. The candidate will be involved with all aspects of laboratory operations to support cell culture process development at bench scale. Under the supervision of a scientist, the candidate’s responsibilities will include:

· Bioreactor Support Activities:

· Support for 100+ 3 L bioreactor systems

· Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination

· Track & and perform required maintenance

· Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures

· Media Preparation Activities:

· Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media

· Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically

· General Lab Support Activities:

· Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables

· Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks– including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers

· Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities

· Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems

· Weekend Support Activities:

· Independently complete weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures

· Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues

Experience Details

Years of experience/education and/or certifications required: Associate’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field preferred + Experience in a laboratory preferred

· What are the top 3-5 skills or requirements should this person have?

• a. Required Skill 1: Attention to detail

• b. Required Skill 2: Strong work ethic

• c. Required Skill 3: Basic understanding of and interest in cell biology

• d. Required Skill 4: Works well as part of a team

• e. Required Skill 5: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, reaching, and bending are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime work may also be necessary.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!