Thermofisher Scientific
Placement Guide
Thermofisher – Who are they ?
Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of more
than $24 billion and approximately 130000 employees globally.
Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical
challenges, improve patient diagnostics, deliver medicines to market and increase
laboratory productivity.
Through our premier brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Bio Systems, Invitrogen, Fisher
Scientific and Unity Lab Services – we offer an unmatched combination of innovative
technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive services.
Thermofisher Scientific - Mission
Healthier Life
Cleaner Planet
Safer World
Some of the Thermofisher Research Areas
Cancer Research Synthetic Biology Genome Editing Stem Cell Research
Genetic
Water Purification Chemical Analysis Molecular Biology
Disease Research
Food Safety Cell Culture &
Forensic Science Clinical Diagnostics
Analysis Analysis
5 Reasons why you should join Thermofisher
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Thermofisher Revenue Profile
Thermofisher Brands
Thermofisher Brands
Thermofisher - 4 Pillars
Thermofisher - CSR Activities
About Thermofisher – From an employee
1. Collaboration with some of the brightest minds in the world allows for
constant growth and development.
2. It is a very diverse company with many advancement opportunities.
3. On the job training is some of the best and most thorough in any
industry that I've worked in.
4. Great benefits.
5. On-site security and tons of restricted access points, which make me feel
safe.
6. The company wants me to be creative and think of new processes and
approaches.
7. Meaningful work and the ability to make a difference.
5 Interview Tips from Thermofisher
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Tip #5
Did you know ?
Thermofisher has grown from being a tool
provider to world leader in innovations in
Science
Thermofisher over the years has more
than 100 Mergers & Acquisitions to its
credit
Thermofisher relies on people and
processes to achieve success
Thermofisher relies on the following principles
Accountability
Transparency
Integrity
Thermofisher CEO Marc Casper, who is leading the world’s greatest
scientific research company is an economics graduate.
This shows that if you have passion and commitment you can excel
in any field
Thermofisher CEO Marc Casper believes that the future is
with Stem Cell Research & Genomics
Thermofisher is in the process of identiying the zika
virus through blood test. Research is currently on to
detect zika virus in blood
Thermofisher invests more than 700 million USD on
Research and Development (R & D )
The 4i values of Thermofisher are
Integrity
Intensity
Innovation
Involvement
Thermofisher has over 130000 employees all over the world
Thermofisher
Products
Blood Banking Centrifuge
Thermo Scientific Heratherm Microbiological Incubators
Thermo Scientific Freezers
Thermofisher Placement Process ( Needs confirmation )
Online
Technical
Technical MCQ HR
Interviews
+ Aptitude + Interview
1 – 2 Rounds
Coding
Skills that are important for Thermofisher
DevOps/SDLC/Testing/Agile/Scrum/Git Java Technologies
Areas
Python/Pandas/SQL/Exploratory Data Problem
Analysis/BI/Tableau/Power BI Solving/DSA/OOPS/Java/C++/C#/SQL
Thermofisher Job Roles
CMD - Sofware Engineering
DFP - Sofware Engineering
Test Automation
Digital Commerce Platform
ADD – Data Science
DCP - Sofware Engineering
We need to know what is the process for each of these roles ? The process is not clear.
Thermofisher needs to clarify.
Since these are Software roles I think the following may be the process :
Online Assessment ( Aptitude + Technical MCQ + Coding )
Technical Round
Managerial Round
Some of the skills that are applicable to multiple Job roles
Java DSA Agile/Scrum
Python C++ SQL
CI/CD AI/ML OOPS/OOAD
Thermofisher Software Roles
To prepare for a software engineering role at Thermo Fisher Scientific, consider focusing on the
following skills:
1. Programming Languages
Python: Widely used in data analysis and scientific computing.
Java/C#: Common in enterprise applications and backend systems.
JavaScript: Important for frontend development, especially if working on web applications.
2. Software Development Practices
Version Control: Proficiency in Git for managing code changes.
Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile and Scrum practices for collaborative development.
Testing: Knowledge of unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD).
3. Data Management and Analysis
SQL: Skills in querying and managing databases.
Data Structures and Algorithms: Understanding of fundamental concepts to solve problems
efficiently.
4. Web Technologies
Frontend Frameworks: Experience with frameworks like React or Angular for building user interfaces.
RESTful APIs: Understanding how to design and consume APIs for application communication.
Thermofisher Job Roles
5. Cloud Technologies
Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, as many companies are moving
towards cloud-based solutions.
6. Bioinformatics and Scientific Computing
Domain Knowledge: Basic understanding of biological sciences or bioinformatics if you are involved
in projects related to life sciences.
7. DevOps Practices
CI/CD: Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment practices to streamline
development processes.
Containerization: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for deploying applications.
8. Soft Skills
Communication: Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Collaboration: Teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
9. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Depending on the role you have to be prepared on 2 or more of these areas. The details of these
roles are available in Job description
Thermofisher Links
Thermofisher focusses heavily on R & D in Science. Some of the projects done by students during
their internships can be accessed using the link below
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Thermofisher Aptitude Test ( sample )
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Thermofisher Interview Questions ( Java )
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Thermofisher Interview Questions ( 2024 )
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Thermofisher - Links
Interning at Thermo Fisher
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Conversations with Ken: Marc Casper, President & CEO, Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Thermo Fisher Scientific "Fulfilling Our Mission"
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Thermo Fisher Scientific Overview
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Devoted to Science and Finding Answers | Thermo Fisher Scientific (2015)
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Wish you all the best
