Job Summary
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.
DESCRIPTION:We are seeking an Applications Administrator to maintain and optimize enterprise applications and systems infrastructure. You’ll provide essential support for enterprise applications, ensuring maximum uptime and performance while troubleshooting technical issues across the organization. For the Labs this also includes support for analytical software and associated dedicated hardware as well as administrative support for server‑based laboratory applications. Working with advanced technologies and hardware, you’ll contribute to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer through stable and efficient IT operations.
In this role, you will troubleshoot and resolve application‑specific support issues, install and maintain enterprise and/or laboratory application software, execute system changes and deployments, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams and vendors. You’ll maintain critical documentation, perform system monitoring, and help drive continuous improvement of our IT infrastructure. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth while contributing to meaningful scientific advancement through technology.
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, cold rooms/freezers (–22°F / –6°C), laboratory setting, office, some degree of PPE (personal protective equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.), warehouse, working at heights.
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon‑Fri).
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, no prior experience required
Preferred fields of study: Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
General understanding of Windows Server and Linux administration, including directory structures and services
Experience with relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server) and SQL query writing
Knowledge of desktop operating systems and Microsoft Office applications
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
Proficiency in system configuration, monitoring, and maintenance
Experience with change management and deployment processes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Self‑motivated with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently while following established procedures
Customer‑focused approach with commitment to quality
Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing environments
Ability to be stationary for extended periods and perform basic physical tasks
May require on‑call rotation and non‑standard working hours
Travel may be required (up to 60‑80% for lab‑based positions)
Valid driver's license may be required
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.
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