Scientist I – Analytical Operations Afternoon Shift

Posted:
2/26/2026, 6:29:12 AM

Location(s):
Whitby, Ontario, Canada ⋅ Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

Job Description

Division/Site:

Our Whitby Site specializes in commercial manufacturing for a full range of conventional dosage forms with specialized capabilities, and houses a fully integrated pharmaceutical development services (PDS) facility.


Discover Impactful Work:

Join our Research & Development team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Scientist I, where you'll provide analytical support in the Laboratory Operations Department by following standard practices. Perform analytical testing as assigned for on prototype, CTM (Clinical Trial Material) and Commercial batches supporting development and/or manufacturing operations. Make detailed observations and review, document, and communicate test results.  


Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2 PM - 10:30 PM

We have 2 positions available.

Day in the Life:

  •  Document all experimental data in accordance with Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original and Accurate (ALCOA). 
  • Carry out independently HPLC, dissolution and physical testing analysis testing following established procedures Analytical Methods & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 

  • Work Proficiency with Empower, NuGenesis, MS Word & Excel Software.  

  • Perform basic troubleshooting to overcome system suitability failures. 

  • Recognize and report unexpected or Out Of Specification (OOS) results immediately to the Supervisor and conducts laboratory investigations under direction.   

  • Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards. 

  • Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required)

Keys to Success:

Education: 

B.Sc. in Chemistry or Biochemistry.

 

Experience:  

Minimum 1 year experience with common laboratory equipment and operations - HPLC, Dissolution and physical testing.   

 

Equivalency: 

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.  

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Understanding of basic chemistry. Understanding of chromatographic separations. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative chemical or microbiological analysis. Awareness of quality and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry. Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving scientific problems. Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written). Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as determination of test reliability, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques. Works well independently and in a team environment. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.  Proficiency in the English Language.  

 

Physical Requirements:  

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about lab/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pound pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, latex or similar gloves, safety apron, organic respirator occasionally. 

Excellent Benefits

OTHER

  • Relocation assistance is NOT provided
  • Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
  • Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check

 

Compensation

The salary range estimated for this position based in Canada is $51,200.00–$76,850.00.

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Website: https://www.thermofisher.com/

Headquarter Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 2006

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Bioinformatics ⋅ Biotechnology ⋅ Cloud Data Services ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Life Science ⋅ Management Information Systems ⋅ Office Supplies ⋅ Precision Medicine