Investigator - Lab Operations

Thermo Fisher Scientific·
Mississauga, Canada (Fully Onsite)
2d ago
Full-timeMay Not Sponsor
$69K - $104K/yr(estimated)

Description

<p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Work Schedule</b></u></p>Standard (Mon-Fri)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Environmental Conditions</b></u></p>Laboratory Setting<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><u>Job Description</u></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><p><b><span>Discover Impactful Work:</span><span> </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Initiate and lead quality investigations in the  Lab Operations<span> </span></span><span>-<span> </span></span><span>A</span><span>nalytical Operations (AO) and Development Operations (</span><span>DO) including OOS and Unexpected results investigations, and Deviations.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Day in the Life:</span><span>  </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Initiate and lead investigations and<span> </span></span><span>authors</span><span><span> </span>investigation reports in TrackWise.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provide technical leadership on analytical investigations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Conduct investigations with input from<span> </span></span><span>AO/DO<span> </span></span><span>supervisor</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Direct<span> </span></span><span>Scientists</span><span><span> </span>in the performance of lab investigations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Interact with other departments (e.g., PPT, PM, QA), clients and with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), as<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>, to thoroughly investigate incidents, conclusions, and<span> </span></span><span>appropriate Corrective</span><span><span> </span>Action Preventative Actions (CAPA).</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ensure investigations are ready for approval and completed within required<span> </span></span><span>timeframes</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provide excellence in data integrity and G</span><span>ood Manufacturing Practice (G</span><span>MP</span><span>)</span><span>/procedural compliance</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Design and<span> </span></span><span>facilitate</span><span><span> </span>effective CAPA actions</span><span>. <span> </span></span><span>Owns CAPA actions as needed.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Challenge the department on quality issues and system improvements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform alternating or rotating shift work (if required)</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b>Keys to Success:</b></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Education:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related science.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Experience: </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Minimum 5 years analytical chemistry experience within the pharmaceutical industry</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Previous experience leading<span> </span></span><span>a team</span><span>.  </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Previous experience in providing client service in the contract pharmaceutical industry</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Previous method validation and product stability testing/reporting experience in the pharmaceutical industry.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Previous investigation experience in the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) analytical laboratory environment.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Equivalency</span></b><i><span>:</span></i><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</span><span>:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Exceptional</span><span><span> </span>Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) and United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliance knowledge.<span> </span></span><span>Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).  Superior problem solving and troubleshooting skills.  Ability to carry out investigations in a non-threatening manner with lab operations staff and effectively interacts with internal and external suppliers and clients.    Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize when timeline conflicts exist.  D</span><span>etail oriented.   Ability to work well independently and in a team environment. Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.  Proficiency in the English Language. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span><span><span> </span></span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Physical Requirements: </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Light physical effort and fatigue. Walks, sits or stands for limited periods. May require occasional equipment operation including keyboard equipment. Lifts light items for limited duration. Typically located in a comfortable indoor area.  There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.</span><span><span> </span></span><span>Use of Personal Protective equipment may be required and may include any of the following: s</span><span>afety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves,<span> </span></span><span>hair net, beard cover,<span> </span></span><span>safety apron, respirator</span><span><span> </span>on occasionally</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><b>Excellent Benefits</b></p><ul><li><a href="https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards" target="_blank">Benefits &amp; Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific</a></li><li>Medical, Dental, &amp; Vision benefits-effective Day 1</li><li>Paid Time Off &amp; Designated Paid Holidays</li><li>Retirement Savings Plan</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul><p></p><p><b>OTHER</b></p><ul><li>Relocation assistance is NOT provided</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in Canada now or in the future, <span>without sponsorship</span></li><li>Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check</li></ul><p></p></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Compensation</b></u></p>The salary range estimated for this position based in Ontario is $69,400.00–$104,050.00.<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>
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