New · posted Oct 22
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Biotechnology
QC Engineer/Scientist I
- Frederick, MD
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Open until filled
The role
Site based role in Frederick, MD
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.
Be part of our Quality Control team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute by ensuring the quality and reliability of products that help make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You'll perform testing and analysis to support the development of innovative therapeutic products. You'll conduct quality control testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using various analytical techniques. You'll document and analyze test results, participate in investigations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while working with skilled colleagues who share our commitment to excellence and innovation.
What you need
Minimum Qualifications
- Skilled in basic molecular biology and/or analytical chemical testing
- Working knowledge of general cGMP lab compliance
- Good pipetting technique
- Strong quality-first mindset
- Ability to perform independently & as part of a team
- Ability to work in dynamic, fast paced team environment
- Excellent communication/interpersonal and presentation skills
- Experience writing & reviewing technical documentation
Preferred Qualificationsnice to have
- 1-2 years relevant industry experience or equivalent experience
- Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related degree preferred
- Experience with Next Gen Sequencing
- Previous experience in GMP setting
- Experience in participating in problem notifications, CAPA, Out of Specification investigations, etc.
- Knowledge of 5S system and process improvements
What you'll do
- Plans and performs quality control testing of reagents and kits through various testing methods such as next-generation sequencing and purification on the Genexus platform
- Follow good laboratory practices and cGMP
- Assist with Out of Specification investigations as appropriate
- Assist with updating QC testing methods, SOPs, and batch record forms to align with current laboratory practices and improvements
- Maintain a team-first mindset and communicate effectively
- Support product development programs, method validation, etc.
- Initiates problem reporting (deviations, non-conformances, failures, corrective and preventive actions) via TrackWise and assists with root cause investigation/analysis for OOS
- Perform peer review of QC data packets
- Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced
- Supports, embraces, and promotes the Thermo Fisher 4 I values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement
- Help maintain the Quality Control laboratory in a safe, tidy, and efficient condition and to ensure safe working practices are followed
Pay and benefits
$54,900 – $82,350 a year
Employer providedThe salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $54,900.00–$82,350.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Medical, dental and vision plans
Employee assistance and family support programs
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Where you'll work
Frederick, MDOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Days
Standard (Mon-Fri)
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.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 23, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 16% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in Maryland5 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US125 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $54,900 | — | $82,350 |
| Maryland (middle half) | $70,000 | $73,000 | $101,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $49,000 | $59,000 | $76,000 |
This role: Thermo Fisher Scientific's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 23, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 324 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Thermo Fisher's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 27 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Lab testing and methods8
- Collaboration and leadership6
- Investigations and CAPA4
- GMP and compliance3
- Documentation and SOPs3
- Quality systems and risk2
- Validation and qualification1
- Data and digital systems1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Parts 210 and 211(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA current good manufacturing practice for finished pharmaceuticals
- FDAFDA OOS guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Investigating Out-of-Specification (OOS) Test Results for Pharmaceutical Production
- FDA21 CFR Part 58 (GLP)(official source, opens in a new tab)Good laboratory practice for nonclinical laboratory studies
- ICHICH quality guidelines(official source, opens in a new tab)Q1 stability, Q2(R2) analytical validation, Q7, Q9 risk management, Q10 quality systems
Company hiring pulse
Thermo Fisher on Regulatory Jobs
- 84
- Open roles
- 73
- Distinct roles
- 36
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality76 90%
- Regulatory6 7%
- Compliance & Safety2 2%
By level
- Senior & Principal34 40%
- Associate & Specialist25 30%
- Manager20 24%
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QC Engineer/Scientist I at Thermo Fisher
Open until filled. $55K–$82K a year, employer provided.