Analytical HPLC Scientist – Automation at Thermo Fisher Scientific

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

  • Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Prior experience in quantitative HPLC analysis including method execution & data analysis
  • In some cases, an equivalency consisting of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Quantitative reversed-phase HPLC method development experience using OpenLab CDS by Agilent
  • Proven ability to design experiments in research environment including independent creation of experimental workflows based on unique stakeholder needs
  • Ability to independently troubleshoot HPLC chromatographic separations
  • Previous experience utilizing automation technologies to complete scientific workflows
  • Proficient in scientific communication to work with stakeholders to modify experimental design and clearly communicate results
  • Proven skill in collaboratively managing multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced team environment
  • Previous experience completing high-potency workflows with elevated safety considerations (i.e. glovebox)
  • Experience using automation scheduling software such as Green Button Go
  • Ability to independently solve unique problems that may arise with robotics
  • Ability to apply Microsoft 365 software suite to perform tasks

Responsibilities

  • Implement analytical work packages for key customers including small molecule solubility & stability workflows
  • Operate, evaluate, and maintain high-throughput automation platforms including automated solid dispensers, Hamilton liquid handlers, and Agilent UHPLCs
  • Learn analytical skills to apply across a variety of small molecule drug modalities including oral solid dose, long-acting injectables, and antibody-drug conjugates
  • Organize, evaluate, and present data in an effective and scientific manner across multidisciplinary teams
  • Utilize digital & data tools to design plate-based analytical assays and accelerate data analysis (Spotfire)
  • Contribute to the continuous advancement of automation processes to build toward fully autonomous laboratories

Skills

HPLC
UHPLC
Hamilton Liquid Handler
Agilent UHPLC
OpenLab CDS
Spotfire
Reversed-Phase HPLC
Method Development
Data Analysis
Automation Platforms
Solid Dispensers

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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