Systems Scientist, Product Development
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
We are seeking a Systems Scientist II, Product Development to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will contribute to the development, integration, and optimization of products and technologies by applying a systems-level approach to scientific and technical challenges. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, results-oriented scientist with strong scientific and technical acumen and a demonstrated ability to contribute to product development from a systems perspective. This role requires hands-on laboratory experience as well as the ability to investigate and troubleshoot issues across assays, reagents, instrumentation, hardware, software, and workflows. You will design and execute experiments, analyze and interpret data, identify root causes of technical issues, and develop and demonstrate solutions that improve system performance and product robustness. You will work closely with cross-functional partners to translate experimental findings into actionable recommendations and support product development milestones.
Job description
What You Will Do
- Design, plan, and execute experiments in support of product and systems development.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data to draw sound technical conclusions and guide development decisions.
- Evaluate system performance across assays, reagents, hardware, instrumentation, software, and workflows.
- Identify and investigate root causes of complex technical issues using structured troubleshooting and data-driven approaches.
- Develop, test, and demonstrate solutions to system-level issues.
- Integrate findings across multiple technical disciplines to understand interactions, dependencies, and sources of system variability.
- Document experimental methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations clearly and accurately.
- Present technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with scientists, engineers, software teams, and other cross-functional partners to achieve product development objectives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of experimental methods, development processes, and product performance.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues as appropriate.
Requirements
Advanced degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline with no prior experience required; or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2 years of relevant industry or research experience. Preferred fields of study include Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong hands-on laboratory skills and technical expertise with laboratory techniques and instrumentation relevant to the role.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, analyze, and interpret complex experiments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to investigate issues involving multiple system components.
- Ability to understand interactions among assays, reagents, hardware, software, instrumentation, and processes.
- Proficiency with relevant laboratory instrumentation, software, and data analysis tools.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific and technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across scientific and engineering disciplines.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize activities, and adapt to changing project needs and priorities.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and mentor team members.
- Knowledge of applicable laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Experience working within quality systems such as GMP, GLP, or ISO environments is preferred.
- Willingness to travel up to 10–20% as needed.
- Willingness and ability to work on-site full time.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline with no prior experience required; or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2 years of relevant industry or research experience.
- Preferred fields of study include Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
- Strong hands-on laboratory skills and technical expertise with laboratory techniques and instrumentation relevant to the role.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, analyze, and interpret complex experiments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to investigate issues involving multiple system components.
- Ability to understand interactions among assays, reagents, hardware, software, instrumentation, and processes.
- Proficiency with relevant laboratory instrumentation, software, and data analysis tools.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific and technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across scientific and engineering disciplines.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize activities, and adapt to changing project needs and priorities.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and mentor team members.
- Knowledge of applicable laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Experience working within quality systems such as GMP, GLP, or ISO environments is preferred.
- Willingness to travel up to 10–20% as needed.
- Willingness and ability to work on-site full time.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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 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.