Staff Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Chemicals, Manufacturing, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Chemistry with over 10 years of experience in organic synthesis/polymer chemistry, or MS or equivalent experience in Chemistry with more than 15 years in synthesis/polymer chemistry
Experience in polymer manufacturing preferred
Strong knowledge of organic chemistry, polymer synthesis, and surface modification
Proficiency in statistical data analysis (Minitab, JMP)
Proficiency in operating Chemistry lab equipment like HPLC, LC/MS, NMR, MS, GC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, and fluorescence spectrophotometers
Proven track record to work in a team, share data, and collaborate to resolve issues
Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 requirements, including CAPA and Risk Assessments
Experience with Lean/Process Excellence/Six Sigma methodologies
Strong project management skills
Understanding of process validation
Adaptability to a dynamic environment while maintaining a focus on quality
Good understanding of continual process improvement practices like Kaizens, Gemba, 3P, 5S, Standard Work and others
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and great attention to details
Ability to produce and present original technical communication materials for internal and external audiences
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and innovative thinking to resolve problems
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Ability to work in environmental conditions including Cold Room/Freezers (-22°F/-6°C), Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), and hazardous/toxic materials

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for critical projects in a fast-paced environment
Serve as a subject matter expert for chemistry-related projects and issues concerning PPA products
Lead multiple global and U.S.-based projects, maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality
Ensure successful execution of raw material second-sourcing and process validation projects
Coordinate project schedules and team activities to improve efficiency
Apply chemical principles to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges at their root cause
Demonstrate active and visible leadership, both within the MSAT area and in coordination with supporting departments
Set and maintain a working standard consistent with site leadership
Analyze raw materials, products, compounds for properties, structure, reactions using chromatography, spectroscopy
Lead the team in instructing on the operation of various general laboratory instruments, including HPLC, LC/MS, NMR, MS, GC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, and fluorescence spectrophotometers
Perform complex organic synthesis, including polymer and surface chemistry
Lead the implementation of process improvements through data-driven decision-making
Collaborate with manufacturing on various chromatography resin production goals: including efficiency, quality control, specification targets
Communicate clearly and effectively at multiple levels, including with Executive Management
Demonstrate the ability to prepare project proposals and acquire approvals from senior management
Partner with cross-functional team members to drive and implement critical projects and cross-site initiatives (including R&D, product management, procurement, QA, etc.)

Skills

HPLC

LC/MS

NMR

GC-MS

UV-Vis

FTIR

Chromatography

Spectroscopy

Organic Synthesis

Polymer Chemistry

Surface Chemistry

Process Validation

GMP

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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