Thermo Fisher Scientific · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Scientist - Entry Level
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a leader in serving science, providing meaningful work that positively impacts global health. The Assistant Scientist role involves conducting complex analysis in a laboratory setting, ensuring quality and accuracy in pharmaceutical testing and data management.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical testing
Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Communicates project status to project leader
Maintains a laboratory notebook and completes all laboratory documentation in clear and accurate language and according to SOP and GLPs
Performs daily work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner
Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers
Qualification
Required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 1 years)
Knowledge of routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelines
Excellent manual dexterity skills
Good written and oral communication skills
Time management and project management skills
Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to cross-train on sample preparation techniques with another laboratory group
Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner
Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours
Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds
Able to work in non-traditional work environments
Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency
May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pharmacy
Employee assistance program
Wellness program options
401k with matching contributions
Life insurance
Long term and short term disability insurance
Flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off for vacation/sick time
Paid holidays
Floating holiday
Health and wellness programs
Fitness facility access or discount
Health coaching
Education reimbursement
Tuition assistance programs
Professional development training
Skills training
Education loan repayment plan
Dependent scholarship program
Employee appreciation events
Service recognition awards
Annual reviews
Merit plans
Bonus plans
Community connections and activities
Philanthropic engagement
Volunteer service projects
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
Recent News
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2026-01-14
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