Job Information
ThermoFisher Scientific Lab Assistant in Athlone, Ireland
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Job Description
Lab Assistant – Athlone, Ireland
At PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
Location/Division Specific Information
Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic guides. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver ground breaking innovations.
This Lab Assistant will work on site at our GMP Laboratory facility in Athlone as part of our Lab Support team.
Discover Impactful Work:
The role of a Lab Assistant is to work with various teams within the department (metrology, sample entry, stability, etc.) and assists in support of laboratory systems and functions. Supports daily lab operations and may provide support to team leads.
A day in the Life
Daily and weekly duties include the following:
Glassware management (Cleaning, inspection, stocking and ordering of Laboratory glassware).
Chemical inventory (Ordering of chemicals, reagents and consumables)
Chemical waste management
5S responsibilities, Audit prep and Kaizen events
PPI Projects
Waste disposal
Lab coat management
Stock inventory management
Interdepartmental communication
Data Entry
Audit and Client Visit Prep
Other duties/projects assigned by supervisor/manager
CISPro management of goods received
Buddy program / NEOP tour
General lab duties
Ensuring safety stations are adequately stocked i.e. spill kits and Diphoterine stations
Involved in ERT and First Aid
Monitoring safety in the labs and reporting near misses
Crossed trained to provide cover and support to other depts in Lab Support
Serve as a point of contact for analyst queries and requests
Education and Experience
Leaving Certificate or 3rd level related course/certificate
Experience within a regulated GMP environment is beneficial
Experience within a manufacturing /process driven environment adhering to SOPs and procedures
Looking to start a career in a Pharmaceutical environment – this may be the position for you?
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to adhere to laboratory policies and standard operating procedures
Good written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Satisfactory skills in Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Basic knowledge of technical/scientific terminolgy, health and safety standards and inventory management
Ability to adapt to new work procedures and environments
Solid problem solving / troubleshooting abilities
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
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.
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.