Scientist II, Protein Biology

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

POSITION SUMMARY:

Leads product development projects and the evaluation of new technology for protein preparation.

• Participates in the design and execution of research and development projects for protein sample prep including cell lysis, protein purification, protein clean-up, and protein analysis.
• Serves as Technical Leader on R&D project teams to develop reagents, assays, and kits that support complex biology including membrane protein research and structural studies.
• Collaborates with biologists and chemists to develop novel tools to purify recombinant and endogenous proteins from cells and tissue.
• Develops & maintains in-depth knowledge of protein purification tools and strategies, membrane protein solubilization techniques, and protein interactions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in protein expression and purification, cell lysis and other sample preparation techniques. Knowledge and experience with isolating proteins from tissue and other complex samples is highly preferred
• Solves problems through the application and integration of analytical skills, creativity and judgment
• Works on problems of moderate scope; exercises judgment and identifies next steps
• Works and collaborates effectively in team settings
• Builds productive internal/external relationships; actively represents area in inter-departmental projects
• Presents technical data and project summaries in project team and departmental settings
• Adapts communication to accommodate audience diversity
• Impacts team efficiency through the quality, accuracy, and thoroughness of own work and commitment to project schedules
• Follows recent developments in the protein biochemistry field and builds awareness of market trends and competitors
• Begins to offer ideas for products and product improvements
• BS degree and 2+years of experiences or MS degree

• Designs and performs laboratory experiments independently
• Leads the technical aspects of product development
• Gives effective scientific presentations
• Reads scientific literature and attends conferences to remain current in relevant fields and techniques
• Collaborates with technical and commercial partners
• Writes technical methods for production, testing and use of new products
• Attends scientific conferences and presents work through posters and publications
• Begins to contribute ideas for new products and improvements to procedures
• Presents proposals and project updates to the PCP Steering committee
• Other duties as assigned