When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Qualification Requirements
5 GCSE's at 9-4 (A*-C) including English Maths and Science.

A Level's preferred but not required.

Salary - circa £25,000 per annum

Location - East Grinstead, West Sussex

Working Hours
Monday-Friday (08:15-17:00); this includes x2 15 minutes paid breaks and a 45-minute unpaid lunch break

Duration -27 months

Start Date - February/March 2026

Closing Date for Applications - 30th January

To Apply
To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on recruitment@cogentskills.com for assistance

Next Steps
Your application will be forwarded to the Hiring Managers at Thermo Fisher who will be in touch.

Job Description

To support the Quality Control testing processes by undertaking general laboratory maintenance to ensure the Department remains functional. This is a flexible position covering all general laboratory maintenance skill areas (bacteria recovery, stock maintenance, media manufacture) and some testing of raw materials.

Job Responsibilities

Preparing bacterial cultures
Testing of product accessories (Dosing Heads)
Manufacture of agar media
Monitoring and replenishing lab stock
Conducting environmental monitoring of the production areas
Keeping the laboratory in a tidy and clean condition
Equipment calibration
Waste disposal
Any other duties deemed to be within the capability of the post holder

Candidate Requirements

High attention to detail
Ability to communicate openly and work well within a team
Work flexibly to ensure deadlines are met
Competent in the use of the MS Office Suite

Training To Be Delivered

Qualification to be delivered: BTEC in Applied Science

Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Laboratory Scientist

Training Provider: Cogent Skills

Delivery model: Online virtual learning + 3 day residential in York required for practical and full time site based

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About Thermo Fisher

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has an outstanding story to tell. Join us and contribute to our mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer!

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Quality Control Laboratory Assistant Apprenticeship - ThermoFisher Scientific