Below is a full breakdown of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s layoff activity, including affected locations, employee totals by event. In 2026, the largest impact occurred in California where 173 employees were affected.
Biotechnology Research
Website
www.thermofisher.com
Headquarters
Carlsbad, California
2
Total Events
276
Employees Affected
2
States Affected
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thermo Fisher Scientific | Franklin | Massachusetts | 103 | Jan 23, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific | Carlsbad | California | 173 | Jan 27, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 |
Events and employees affected by month
2 states reported