Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Training Specialist for Paisley

Posted Sep 3, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
United Kingdom - Paisley
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Education
Bachelor's

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About the role

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

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

As a Training Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will contribute to developing and delivering effective learning solutions that enable our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You will partner with business leaders to design, implement and evaluate comprehensive training programs that drive operational excellence and ensure regulatory compliance.

Working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, you will create engaging learning experiences using various modalities including classroom instruction, eLearning, on-the-job training, and virtual delivery methods. Your work will directly impact employee development, operational effectiveness, and ultimately customer success through improved quality and performance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and maintaining training materials

  • Conducting needs assessments

  • Delivering instructor-led training

  • Managing learning management system activities,

  • Tracking metrics, and ensuring training compliance.

  • You will collaborate across functions to identify knowledge gaps, implement solutions, and drive continuous improvement of training programs.

  • You will also embrace emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools and digital learning platforms, to enhance training effectiveness and innovation.

The role requires strong project management abilities, excellent communication skills, and dedication to helping others learn and develop.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in training/development, preferably in pharmaceutical, manufacturing or regulated industry

  • Preferred Fields of Study: Education, Instructional Design, Life Sciences, Business, Adult Learning, Organizational Development

  • Additional certifications in training/development advantageous

  • Demonstrated expertise in learning management systems (LMS) administration and maintenance

  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and eLearning development tools (e.g., Articulate, Camtasia)

  • Experience creating and delivering both instructor-led and virtual training content

  • Knowledge of GMP, GDP and regulatory requirements in relevant industry

  • Excellent project management and organizational skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

  • Proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions

  • Detail-oriented professional with collaborative mindset

  • Openness to AI usage and digital transformation initiatives with willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

  • Ability to work flexible hours to support global operations

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Annual performance bonus and additional financial benefits

  • Comprehensive health package, including private health, life and accident insurance

  • Wellbeing support for employees and their family members, including mental health consultations, health check-ups, vaccinations, and on-site health initiatives

  • Opportunities for professional growth through internal training, access to Thermo Fisher e-University, and continuous development

  • The opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven organization and collaborate with international teams

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.