Scientist I – Analytical Operations

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our Research & Development team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Scientist I, where you'll contribute to pharmaceutical development and analytical testing. Working in our laboratories, you'll perform analytical support following standard practices for prototype, clinical trial, and commercial batches while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards. You'll have the opportunity to develop and validate methods, troubleshoot analytical challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance therapies.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree required, no prior experience required
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques including HPLC, dissolution testing, and physical/chemical analysis
• Proficiency in chromatographic methods and analytical instrumentation
• Strong understanding of GMP, GLP and pharmaceutical quality systems
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and data analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to execute analytical methods following SOPs and regulatory guidelines
• Expertise in documentation practices and data integrity principles (ALCOA)
• Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot analytical issues
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory software systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Physical requirements include extended periods of standing/sitting and ability to lift up to 35 lbs
• May require flexibility to work various shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management capabilities
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical/biotech laboratory setting preferred