Scientist III - Large Molecule
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
This is a fully onsite role based at our Greenfield, IN Laboratory. Relocation assistance will be provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Job description
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As a Scientist III, your role will be to conduct advanced diagnostic tests, ensure the highest accuracy and reliability of laboratory data, mentor junior scientists, and drive continuous improvements in laboratory methodologies and quality standards.
What You'll Do
- Independently perform method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems. Understand and conform to methods and protocols applicable to assigned tasks. Design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
- Prepare study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.
- Communicate data and technical issues to the client and respond to client needs and questions.
- Mentor, train and coordinate laboratory activities of other team members and assist in troubleshooting instruments and analytical problems.
- Assist with quality systems and new equipment.
- Assist in designing method validation or method transfer protocols and establish project timelines.
- Review, interpret, and analyze data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Perform self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
- Previous experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years). In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science
- Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, CE, iCIEF and ELISA
- Full understanding of laboratory requirements, PPD & client SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
- Proficiency in technical operating systems
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability in technical writing skills
- Time management and project management skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
- Ability to train junior staff
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
- Previous experience comparable to 5+ years
- Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science
- Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, CE, iCIEF and ELISA
- Full understanding of laboratory requirements, PPD & client SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
- Proficiency in technical operating systems
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability in technical writing skills
- Time management and project management skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
- Ability to train junior staff
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Annual incentive plan bonus
- Competitive remuneration
- Relocation assistance
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.