Applications Scientist, Research & Development

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

LOCATION/DIVISION SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

The Chemical Analysis Division (CAD) provides a diverse mix of analytical instruments and associated services to a broad range of end user markets including Safety & Security, Environmental, Food Safety, Energy, Mining, Life Science Manufacturing and Recycling, to name a few. Its instruments are deployed in the field and on the line, in challenging environments where customers put a premium on robustness, reliability and ease of use. They allow them to make decisions where they operate and streamline their businesses. CAD is a complex division with a global footprint, broad product portfolio and diverse customer base.

EDUCATION

MS or PhD, in Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Spectroscopy, Material Science or related engineering field

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in molecular spectroscopy application development and technology solutions
• Prior experience in customer collaborations and partnerships

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• The Applications Scientist works at the intersection of the instrumentation development, sales support and marketing, and the scientific community.
• Requires continuous collaboration with both our Software, Systems and Manufacturing groups to ensure system requirements are well understood, developed, coordinated and thoroughly tested.
• The Application Scientist will develop a detailed understanding of the applications of our devices and associated workflows
• Provide customer and market feedback to Product Marketing and Program Managers; participates in defining customer needs for new application development projects
• Collaborate with customers and industry experts to in evaluating new application needs as well as provide product training as needed
• This position is full time, and fully on-site at our Tewksbury, MA manufacturing facility

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proven problem-solving experience with ability to find the root causes of internal/external customer issues associated with handheld analytical devices
• Ability to work independently as well as with various teams within R&D and across the site
• Programming experience desirable e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.
• Spectral library building - experience a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both verbal and written)
• Results oriented with capability to shift priorities based on project and customer needs
• Ability to write applications notes, scientific papers and marketing documents
• Ability to train adjacent teams in scientific principles of analytical instrumentation
• Ability to travel to customer sites (<10% travel)
• Requires training on Corporate Controlled Substance Program Policy and DEA Licensure