SUMMARY OF INTERNSHIP

Phase 1 of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Bio-Flex Apprenticeship Program. Student candidates will complete a 3 month program focused on providing exposure to bio-technology and developing basic operations skills / experiences. Candidates will complete three development tracks focused on (1) soft skill training, (2) technical GMP related training and (3) technical on-the-job training. Successful pre-apprentice candidates will be invited to participate in one of two Operations apprentice programs, depending on personal interest and college education experience / completion.

Must be currently enrolled in school or enrolled for upcoming / Fall semester.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Practice practical knowledge of PPI Business System/LEAN concepts including continuous improvement with supervision
• Provide support throughout projects and product builds (Operate UV spectrophotometer, agarose gel electrophoresis, UV image analyzer and other hardware)
• Staging raw material for specific laboratory processes
• Support with Cycle Count
• Conduct maintenance and organization of reagents and equipment
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations

• 2+ years’ of college education with interest in pursuing bachelor’s degree in science or related fields, with some course work completed in desired field of study.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work within teams
• Basic knowledge of computer MSOffice skills
• Read, and understand written laboratory procedures
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Perform related duties as required by Manager/Supervisor.
• Able to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Must maintain work schedule as assigned, including completion of specific tasks in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
• Must follow oral and written instructions
• All personnel are expected to notify their immediate supervisor of any unsafe conditions and/or practices and to take appropriate corrective action.
• Must demonstrate reliability and responsibility towards work.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive laboratory and business data
• Ensure that safe laboratory procedures and protocols are followed at all times, especially in the application of universal precautions in handling of all blood and blood products
• Ensure all processes and teams are in adherence of cGMP and GDP
• Ensure compliance with corporate, site, and regulatory policies, practices, and guidelines

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. []

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