Lab Services Specialist — Inventory & Buffer Prep

ThermoFisher Scientific; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in the United States is seeking a Lab Specialist to manage chemical inventory, support lab functions such as glasswashing, and assist with buffer preparation to keep labs compliant and well-stocked.

You will verify inventory levels, label and store shipments, and help resolve handling discrepancies while adhering to GMP and DOT guidelines. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of work experience in a lab setting required.

Responsibilities

• Verify chemical inventory levels, locations, and expiration dates by performing bench audits and full-cycle counts using barcode scanners.
• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming chemical shipments according to compatibility guidelines and DOT regulations.
• Identify and help resolve discrepancies in chemical handling, storage conditions, or inventory records.
• Use GDP for conjugate base pairing, titration techniques, chemical compatibility, and pH conductivity (including calibration) for buffer/media prep.
• Perform glassware washing and sterilization to ensure lab cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.
• May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-first

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Barcode scanners

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in the United States is seeking a Lab Specialist to manage chemical inventory, support lab functions such as glasswashing, and assist with buffer preparation to keep labs compliant and well-stocked.

You will verify inventory levels, label and store shipments, and help resolve handling discrepancies while adhering to GMP and DOT guidelines. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.