QC Technician II (9 months)

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific company in the UK is seeking a QC Technician II for a 9-month contract. You will be part of an ISO-accredited laboratory, where you'll carry out essential sterility testing and support cell culture assays. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science and offers exposure to quality assurance practices in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with a year of lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Biological Science is required.
• One year of experience in a laboratory environment preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture and microbial testing.
• Manage daily laboratory equipment checks.
• Participate in validation testing and technical investigations.

Skills

Cell culture performance assays

Microbial testing

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Biological Science

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture performance assays
• Cell banking
• Calibration and daily checks of laboratory equipment
• Supporting and maintaining 5S, safety, environmental, and waste-management programs
• Supporting validation testing, technical investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Scheduling daily workload
• Completing product testing in accordance with ISO 13485 requirements
• Participating in personal development activities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a Biological Science (required)

Experience

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

Contacts

• Regular collaboration with departments across operations
• Possible interactions with external collaborators

Working Conditions

• Laboratory environment
• Work involves safe handling of chemicals and hazardous materials
• Some manual handling required