Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob DescriptionAs 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.About the Role:The Validation Physicist works within the Validation Team supporting Process Analytics Instrumentation. The role contributes to factory and field-based calibration activities, analyser development, feasibility studies and continuous improvement of calibration methods and analysis tools.Generate calibration models for Process Analytics Instrumentation by running samples, deriving optimum calibration models and preparing final reports. Support the Applications team with feasibility studies for potential new customer applications and identify opportunities to improve calibration processes and techniques.What You'll Do:Perform factory calibration of PGNAA elemental analysers.Contribute to ongoing moisture and PGNAA analyser development.Prepare calibration reports and master the methods and techniques required for analysis.Perform feasibility studies on project sample suites and prepare reports.Improve and simplify analysis tools to reduce calibration time.Work to ISO 9001 QMS and documentation control standards.Act as Deputy Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), assisting with handling, testing, packing, receiving and shipment of sources and associated regulatory documentation.EducationBachelor of Science in Physics, or a related field, required.ExperienceExperience analysing data for physical trends and using data analysis tools.Experience with statistical and numerical data analysis.Laboratory data recording and data handling experience.Experience modelling real-world application data is an advantage.Global experience supporting excellent communication skills.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesWell-developed understanding of fundamental physical principles and their application to real-life situations.MATLAB programming knowledge, or knowledge of another structured programming language would be advantageousProficiency in data analysis tools and ability to develop new analysis tools.Radiation and dangerous goods (DG) use and handling licences, or willingness to obtain them.Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Self-motivated; able to work with limited supervision, prioritise workload and meet expectations.Ability to work effectively in a team and guide colleagues in experiments or feasibility studies.Knowledge of microwave measurement and propagation, PGNAA, ultrasonic attenuation, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), or gamma ray attenuation is a distinct advantage.Other Important Information Some out-of-hours work may be required.BenefitsJoin our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender EqualityOur Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. 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