Assistant Scientist Entry Level – Thermo Fisher Careers
Thermo Fisher Scientific is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Scientist (Entry Level) to join its BioAnalytical Laboratory Services team in Richmond, Virginia. The Scientist Jobs offer unique opportunities to begin your scientific career with one of the worldโs leading organizations dedicated to improving global health and safety through research and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for laboratory science, attention to detail, and a drive to contribute to life-changing discoveries. Apply for the Life Science Job at Thermo Fisher Careers and improve global health and safety through research innovation.
Job Details
- Position: Assistant Scientist โ Entry Level
- Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Job ID: R-01330786
- Category: Laboratory Services
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Work Type: Fully Onsite
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM โ 5 PM
- Environment: Laboratory Setting
About the Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, committed to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Through its PPDยฎ Laboratory Services, the company supports clinical research and laboratory excellence in over 100 countries. Its Richmond BioAnalytical Labs focus on pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical analysis, providing precise and reliable results that drive therapeutic breakthroughs.
Educational Requirements:
- Required: Bachelorโs degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline.
- Experience: 0โ1 year of relevant laboratory or analytical experience.
- Equivalency Consideration: Combination of education, training, or experience may be considered.
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Scientist Role:
- In the Scientist Jobs, you have to perform routine sample preparation and analytical procedures to measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds.
- Conduct tests according to SOPs, GLPs, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain laboratory notebooks, equipment, and accurate documentation of experimental results.
- Review and interpret analytical data for compliance with client and regulatory criteria.
- Participate in instrument operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
- Communicate project status to supervisors and contribute to laboratory efficiency.
- Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills Required for the Assistant Scientist Role:
- Scientist Jobs require a solid understanding of analytical instrumentation and laboratory techniques.
- Knowledge of GLP, GMP, ICH guidelines, and SOP documentation.
- Strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
- Manual dexterity and attention to detail for precise analytical work.
- Ability to collaborate in team settings and adapt to laboratory schedules.
- Proficiency in data analysis and basic software applications.
How to Apply for the Life Science Job?
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to pass a background and drug screening test. Stay informed about new job opportunities and company updates by subscribing to Thermo Fisher Scientificโs career alerts on their website.





