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We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

With clinical trials conducted in 100 countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services.

Our PPD Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts.

As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Location / Division Specific Information

Tech Support - Labs

Middleton, WI

Note : Full time, Benefits, Annual Bonus, 401k Match, PTO, Relocation Assistance Available

A day in the Life :

• Performs scheduled routine maintenance on active instrumentation and equipment.
• Performs scheduled calibrations / qualifications on active instrumentation and equipment to include IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification) and PQ (Performance Qualification).
• Performs remedial maintenance on active instrumentation and equipment.
• Provides installation oversight of new laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Follows vendor documentation relating to PM, calibration / qualification and repairs.
• Addresses audits (internal or external client) on laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Evaluates lab support records for compliance with SOPs, reviews for completeness and accuracy and reports findings.

Education

High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Experience

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Understanding of FDA and GXP regulations and requirements
• Working knowledge and understanding of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Working knowledge with systems in use at PPD or within the CRO / Pharmaceutical industry
• Basic troubleshooting, analytical and problem solving skills
• Client focused approach with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, clients and all levels of staff
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.

Below is listed the working environment / requirements for this role :

• 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.

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Last updated : 2024-04-26