• Researching, writing, and advising on the evolving role and function of quality especially as it relates to and fits into supply chain • Advising business and supply chain executives on best practices for selecting, implementing, and optimizing quality management process and technology solutions • Contributing to Gartner-wide research initiatives, including the development of frameworks and models that illustrate the impact of quality on supply chain performance • Delivering presentations, both virtually and in person, to large audiences • Supporting Sales in the sales cycle by articulating the value of quality leadership

• Recruit, onboard, and develop high-performing independent distributors • Deliver training across clinical, reimbursement, product, and compliance areas • Support contracting and ongoing distributor engagement • Set targets, monitor performance, and provide coaching • Track and report on sales, market trends, and key initiatives • Build strong distributor partnerships and act as the main regional contact • Collaborate with internal teams to support field execution • Analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities • Execute strategies to drive adoption and sales performance • Ensure adherence to regulatory and company standards • Oversee accurate sales reporting and commission alignment

Role Description We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for experienced Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks with strong professional expertise in inventory handling, shipment coordination, receiving workflows, stock control, and related logistics support operations. This role supports a research project for one of the world's top AI companies and focuses on using real-world occupational expertise to design high-quality questions related to the day-to-day work of Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks. Selected professionals will apply their domain knowledge to help shape structured project content grounded in real professional practice, contributing occupation-specific expertise that supports advanced AI training and evaluation work. Key Responsibilities - Occupational Expertise & Research Input - Use professional experience as a Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerk to support a research project for a leading AI company. - Contribute domain knowledge grounded in real-world full-time work experience. - Help ensure project outputs reflect authentic occupational practice and professional standards. - Question Design & Content Development - Design questions related to the occupation of Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerk. - Translate day-to-day professional knowledge into structured, high-quality research content. - Contribute occupation-specific material that supports AI training and evaluation initiatives. - Project Participation & Quality Contribution - Engage consistently in a structured remote project environment. - Contribute professional judgment shaped by shipping, receiving, and inventory experience. - Support high-quality output through reliable participation and strong subject-matter expertise. Qualifications - 4+ years of full-time work experience as a Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerk. - Strong professional background in shipping, receiving, inventory control, warehouse support, stock handling, or related logistics operations. - Ability to contribute real-world occupational insight to structured research work. - Strong written communication and analytical thinking skills. - Reliable availability for intensive short-term project participation. - Current location in the US, UK, or Canada. Preferred Qualifications - Experience translating professional knowledge into structured content or research inputs. - Strong understanding of shipping workflows, receiving procedures, inventory tracking, and stock management responsibilities. - Ability to contribute precise, profession-specific material in a consistent and high-quality way. Benefits - Contribute specialised logistics and inventory expertise to a high-impact AI research project. - Help shape AI systems using authentic occupational knowledge from real professional practice. - Participate in a short-term sprint project with meaningful domain contribution. - Flexible remote work with competitive compensation based on background and location. Contract Details - Independent contractor role. - Fully remote with flexible scheduling. - Hourly compensation listed at $45–$65 per hour for U.S.-based applicants. - Compensation will vary depending on professional background and geographic location. - Candidates must be based in the US, UK, or Canada. - The work is fully asynchronous and can be completed around your schedule. - This project is a short-term sprint with a high number of work hours expected to be available. - A desktop or laptop computer is required for this project; Chromebook users cannot be accepted for this role. - Weekly payments are made via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered. - Candidates will be classified as at-will contractors to Mercor. - Mercor can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for the current role. - Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on project needs and performance. - Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution. - Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time. - Start date: Immediate. About the Platform This opportunity is available through a leading AI-driven work platform that connects domain experts with frontier AI research projects. Experts contribute to improving advanced AI systems by providing specialised expertise across real-world workflows, structured evaluation, model training support, and domain-specific professional knowledge.

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description This is a fully remote role supporting our customer’s sites in (Boston, MA & Philadelphia, PA Area). We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. Thermo Fisher's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner. Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is a unique partnership that allows our customers to leverage the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits. Summarized Purpose This role within Vaccines R&D requires specialized trade compliance and international logistics support to manage the end-to-end processing of international shipment requests in support of research and development activities. The purpose of this engagement is to ensure regulatory compliance, operational continuity, and continuous improvement of import/export processes supporting our clients Vaccines R&D. Essential Functions: - Manage U.S. import clearance activities, including coordination with customs brokers. - Ensure compliance with Participating Government Agency (PGA) requirements, including but not limited to: - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Maintain controlled records for: - Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) classifications - Non-preferential country of origin determinations - Customs valuation support documentation - Respond to broker inquiries and resolve entry exceptions. - Monitor and track import entries, post-entry corrections, and compliance reporting. Export Compliance & Shipment Processing - Conduct export compliance checks, including: - Restricted party screening - Export license determination - Controlled substance verification - Perform dangerous goods (DG) assessments in accordance with applicable transport regulations. - Prepare and review shipping documentation, including: - Commercial invoices - Packing lists - Other regulatory or courier-required documentation Broker Management & Special Projects - Ensure broker adherence to internal standard operating procedures (SOPs). - Support automation, digitization, and KPI improvement initiatives related to: - Trade compliance - Shipment processing workflows Compliance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement - Conduct post-clearance reviews and management monitoring activities. - Perform root cause analysis of shipment exceptions and compliance issues. - Propose and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). - Contribute to process optimization and operational risk mitigation. Education and Experience:  - Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in: - Import/export operations - Regulatory compliance - Experience with: Trade compliance, Logistics or supply chain operations In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Experience with: - Ariba - SAP or similar ERP systems - Compliance tracking tools - Courier booking platforms - Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills. Benefits We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation! Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $68,000.00–$75,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: - A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs - Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement - At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy - Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan - Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards