JOB DESCRIPTION

When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of a hard-working, motivated team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of $40 billion and investments of over $1 billion per year in R&D, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world. If you share in our values and if you’re looking for an employer who is strongly committed to developing talent, come grow with us at Thermo Fisher Scientific!

THE POSITION:

We are seeking a highly creative scientist with expertise in cell culture bioprocessing to take a leading role in our internal research efforts. The selected candidate will plan and conduct laboratory studies pertaining to the development of novel cell culture media formulations and processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience, Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience, or Ph.D. degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry or other related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Expertise in the methods and techniques of small-scale mammalian cell culture
• Understanding of scientific principles associated with bioprocessing workflows
• Competence in data analysis, research design, troubleshooting, and the evaluation of new techniques and procedures for manufacturing reagents, systems, products or technologies
• Proven ability to analyze complex datasets and make informed decisions based on data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interpret and summarize scientific results in a clear, concise, and accurate manner
• Proven track record to efficiently evaluate and adapt to changing project priorities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Prior industrial experience, particularly in process development and/or cell culture media formulation development.
• Understanding of statistical design of experiments (DOE)
• Understanding of chemical, biochemical and physical interactions of cell culture media and reagent components
• Cell culture experience with cell lines used in protein production applications (e.g. CHO, HEK293, NS0)
• Experience with cell lines used in the production of viral vaccines (e.g. Vero, MRC-5, BHK)
• Familiarity with the operation of bench-top stirred tank bioreactors and related process development laboratory equipment as well as the scale-up of bioreactor and mixing systems
• Experience with high-throughput cell culture technologies (e.g. ambr15)
  Our distributed team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD.

• Designs experimental plans, leads study execution, analyzes experimental data, and writes technical reports, quantitative analyses, and product summaries
• Troubleshoots and solves problems in the design/execution of development project
• Investigates and develops new methods and technologies to improve efficiency of development workflows
• Maintains accurate lab notebook to support protection of intellectual property
• Maintains high level of professional expertise and knowledge of principles and theories through familiarity with competing technologies and/or products, review of current scientific literature, and attendance at scientific seminars and meetings
• Presents data at scientific conferences (external and internal) and prepares other publications when appropriate
• Interacts closely with other internal departments (i.e., Marketing, Business Development, Quality, Operations and/or Technical Services)
• Frequent technical interactions with outside collaborators through seminars and publications and with customers through teleconferences, site visits, and scientific meetings
• Performs duties independently with only general direction given
• Follows all company safety, training, and quality regulations (e.g., ISO compliance, GLP/GMP requirements, etc.) and procedures
• Works in a laboratory environment, is required to lift up to 40 lbs, and may need to stand for long periods of time while performing duties
• Works safely with chemicals and hazardous materials
• Works flexible hours; travel may be required as much as 5 – 10 %
• Potentially required to perform other related duties as needed and/or assigned