Scientist II, Chemistry at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Frederick, Maryland

Job Description:

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)



Environmental Conditions

No eye contacts allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials



Job Description



At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we have an exciting opening for a Scientist II, Chemistry to become a part of our team. As a renowned global player in scientific research and advancement, our primary goal is to empower our customers in creating a healthier, cleaner, and safer world. In this position, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in the development of advanced technologies in cell and gene therapy, collaborating closely with organic chemists and cell biologists.



Responsibilities:

• Develop and validate analytical methods using a variety of techniques such as HPLC, LC/MS, GC/MS, Fluorescence, FTIR, NMR, and UV-Visible spectroscopy.


• Provide analytical support for existing and new product development, conducting independent and accurate research investigations.


• Collaborate with others to implement specific analytics techniques.


• Design and perform stability studies and other required studies to support product development.


• Contribute to technology transfer from R&D to QC and manufacturing departments.


• Author technical reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintain accurate lab notebooks and training files.


• Prepare and present experimental data summaries, author scientific documents for publication, and make contributions to scientific conferences.


• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instrumentation.

Requirements:

• BS with 2+ years of experience in an industrial setting or a MS (1+ years of experience) or equivalent International Degree in analytical/bioanalytical sciences.


• Solid knowledge and experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC/MS,, Fluorescence, FTIR, and UV-Visible spectroscopy.


• Experience in developing, optimizing, and validating analytical methods.


• Familiarity with chemistry research lab operations and handling organic samples and solvents.


• Previous experience with lipids, polymers, peptides, or lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) is desirable.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office, molecule drawing software, and statistics software.

Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and be part of a world-class organization that is making a real-world impact. We value diversity and inclusion, and we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation. Apply today and start your story with us.



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