Associate LIMS Coordinator - Whitby, Canada - Thermo Fisher Scientific

Description

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

How will you make an impact?

Responsible for supporting the implementation and deployment of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) at the site, to ensure that project timelines are met regarding project readiness activities, document migration, implementation testing and end user training.

What will you do?

• Responsible for the creation, approval, and maintenance of Multi-Level Product (MLP) (specifications) and their necessary static data.
• Create and maintain (MLPs), Test Schedules, Levels, MLP Limit Phrases, and Certificate templates.
• Assists with standard project reporting procedures (i.e. minutes, agendas).
• Supports project readiness activities - document cleaning, migration plan, protocol and mapping.
• Works with and advises staff on administrative policies and procedures.
• Provides timely assistance to lab chemists and supervisors when requested.
• Assists LIMS Site SME with completion of responsibilities as outlined in PSG Global and site Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain a safe working environment and reports potential hazards.
• Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required)

How will you get here?

Education:

College Diploma in Science/Technical related field

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related science (an asset)

Experience:

Minimum one year experience with LIMS.

Training and/or experience on the bench required.

Previous experience in a GMP Laboratory Environment (an asset).

Equivalency:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good interpersonal skills (verbal and written). Ability to multi-task. Detail oriented with a focus on accuracy. Works well independently and in a team environment. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word). Proficiency with the English language.

Standards and Expectations:

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion. Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner. Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.

Physical Requirements:

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 odours, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights. Use of Personal Protective equipment may be required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator on occasionally.

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 global 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 at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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