**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office **Job Description** **Summarized Purpose:** At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we offer an outstanding opportunity for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our ambitious Research team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the flawless execution of our world-class scientific projects. Your contributions will determine the success and reliability of our research endeavors, ultimately helping to craft the future of science. **A day in the life:** + Manages client audits and regulatory inspections of the facility, either onsite or remote + Conduct detailed audits to identify and address any areas of non-compliance + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement corrective actions + Maintain comprehensive documentation of all quality assurance activities + Train and support staff on quality assurance processes and standard methodologies as needed + Continuously improve our quality assurance systems to meet evolving industry standards **Education:** + Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification **Experience:** + Previous lab or QA experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years). **_In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role._** **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** + Experience in a Quality Assurance role within the scientific research industry is an advantage + Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements or willing to learn + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities + Excellent attention to detail and the ability to strictly enforce compliance + Strong management, communication and collaboration skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + A dedication to continuous improvement and lifelong learning PPD 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 for typical working hours. + Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. + May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments. + Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. + May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details.) 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.