Scientist II, Chemistry

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Scientist II, Chemistry

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Gibco Bioproduction Analytics Team. This position supports a cross-functional team working toward the design and commercialization of new cell culture media and media supplement products. You will apply your chemistry skills to conduct established assays and play a role in developing novel analytical methods.

EDUCATION

• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or other related field: B.S. degree and a minimum of 2 years industry experience, or, M.S. degree. Equivalent combination of education and years of related experience may be substituted.

EXPERIENCE

• Requires a functional knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques.
• Previous experience with chromatography techniques such as HPLC/UHPLC and LC-MS technology is required.
• Previous hands-on experience with other analytical chemistry techniques, for instance ICP-MS and/or liquid handlers, would be a differentiator.
• Previous experience with MS Office apps, especially Excel.
• Initiative, organizational and digital literacy are very valuable to ensure effective laboratory operations.
• Must possess self-motivation and the ability to work on routine analysis with no instructions or new assignments with limited instructions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate scientific results in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
• Excellent digital literacy with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to efficiently evaluate and lead multiple project tasks.

• Operates autonomously or with limited guidance from supervisors or senior researchers to analyze cell culture media samples.
• Performs analytical assays on instrumentation such as UHPLC, LC-MS, ICP-MS as needed.
• Participate in analytical method development, optimization and validation as needed to develop new assays.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instrumentation (contacting instrument manufacturers when needed).
• Initiate and/or participate in process improvement projects such as updating processes and/or equipment to improve efficiencies and support business needs.
• Assist in troubleshooting existing products and work with internal and external customers to implement solutions.
• Follow all company safety, training, and quality regulations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate lab notebooks and data records and follow Good Laboratory Practices.
• Stay up to date with the latest technological and practical advancements in the field of analytical chemistry as they pertain to cellular processes.
• Regularly communicate plans, actions and results with the manager and other leaders.
• Advise manager of factors that may affect quality of data. Suggest options / ideas for corrective and preventative actions.