Staff Scientist – Mass Spectrometry Reagents / Proteomics
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Staff Scientist – MS Reagents / Proteomics to serve as a scientific leader and technical expert within our R&D organization. This role will lead and contribute to the development of innovative reagents, assays, kits, and workflows for mass spectrometry (MS)-based proteomics.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to R&D projects developing reagents, assays, kits, and workflows for MS-based proteomics.
- Design, develop, and optimize MS sample preparation, quantitative proteomics, and LC-MS workflows and methods.
- Independently plan and execute experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot complex technical challenges, and provide recommendations.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for new products, workflows, and technology advancement.
- Partner with R&D leadership and Product Management on scientific direction and technical/business cases for new products and programs.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Technical Service, commercial teams, customers, and external partners to support product development, technology transfer, and implementation.
- Develop technical methods, documentation, reports, and scientific communications supporting new and existing products.
- Lead cross-functional projects and provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues.
- Present scientific work at conferences, customer meetings, and technical forums and contribute to publications, patents, and invention disclosures.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. with 2+ years, M.S. with 6+ years, or B.S. with 8+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, proteomics, mass spectrometry, or a related field.
- Strong experience in protein biochemistry, MS sample preparation, quantitative proteomics, and LC-MS method development and data processing.
- Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute experiments and solve complex scientific and technical problems.
- Experience leading scientific projects and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively within a matrix organization.
- Ability to travel as needed for conferences and customer/collaborator meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Thermo Scientific LC-MS systems and associated software.
- Experience with proteomics sample preparation automation.
- Experience in reagent, assay, kit, or workflow product development and validation.
- Product development and/or project management experience.
- Postdoctoral experience in proteomics, mass spectrometry, biochemistry, or a related field.
- Experience presenting at scientific conferences and contributing to publications, patents, or invention disclosures.
Requirements
- Ph.D. with 2+ years, M.S. with 6+ years, or B.S. with 8+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, proteomics, mass spectrometry, or a related field.
- Strong experience in protein biochemistry, MS sample preparation, quantitative proteomics, and LC-MS method development and data processing.
- Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute experiments and solve complex scientific and technical problems.
- Experience leading scientific projects and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively within a matrix organization.
- Ability to travel as needed for conferences and customer/collaborator meetings.
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) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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.