Scientist – HPLC, GC, Dissolution
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years') OR Masters degree. In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Provide routine analytical testing to support early phase and late phase small molecule drug development using HPLC, GC, particle size, KF, dissolution
- Perform lab equipment/instrument maintenance
- Follow experimental or qualified analytical procedures and responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol, and product specifications
- Evaluate and implement new analytical approaches, automation, and software to improve the quality and efficiency of analytical development work and to solve problems encountered during drug development
- Author technical protocols and reports
- Maintain excellent written documentation (e.g., lab notebook and test forms)
- Ensure execution of work assignments by laboratory staff to meet cycle times
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years') OR Masters degree. In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven experience with HPLC and GC based methods
- Experience with at least one of the following methods: HPLC, GC, MS, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer
- Experience in writing technical documents, such as SOPs and study reports, in a non-GxP environment
- Experience with Empower, or Chemstation is preferred
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build open and collaborative relationships
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to interpret data by performing trend analysis
- Proven ability in technical writing skills
- Ability to independently optimize analytical methods
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Time management and project management skills
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar
- Previous experience comparable to 2+ years OR Masters degree
- Proven experience with HPLC and GC based methods
- Experience with at least one of: HPLC, GC, MS, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer
- Experience writing technical documents such as SOPs and study reports in a non-GxP environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to interpret data by performing trend analysis
- Proven technical writing skills
- Ability to independently optimize analytical methods
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Time management and project management skills
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including drug screening
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Incentive Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family Support Programs
- Commuter Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Accident Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Annual Incentive Bonus
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 100,000 employees globally, Thermo Fisher provides an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through its industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. The company serves customers across healthcare, life sciences, applied markets, and pharmaceutical sectors, offering solutions that accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, and increase laboratory productivity. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher operates globally, delivering critical scientific products, services, and workflow solutions that support researchers, organizations, and companies in addressing some of the world's most pressing issues.