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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, 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

Location/Division Specific Information

Join our ambitious Gibco Bioproduction Team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., focusing on the design and commercialization of new cell culture media and media supplement products.

Discover Impactful Work:

Experience the thrill of advancing scientific discoveries and developing novel analytical methods that mold the future of biotechnology. Your work will make a significant impact on health, safety, and scientific advancements!

A Day in the Life:

+ Perform analytical assays on Mass Spec instrumentation focusing on metabolomics/small molecules.

+ Analyze cell culture media samples autonomously or with limited mentorship.

+ Participate in analytical method development, optimization, verification and validation.

+ Regularly communicate plans, actions and results with the manager and other leaders.

Keys to Success:

+ Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instrumentation.

+ Initiative to engage in process improvement projects that support business needs.

+ Strong communication skills to regularly update managers and teams on projects.

+ Follow all company safety, training, and quality regulations and procedures.

+ Maintain accurate lab notebooks and data records, and follow Good Laboratory Practices.

+ Advise manager of factors that may affect quality of data. Suggest options / ideas for corrective and preventative actions.

Education

+ Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience, Master's degree with 3+ years of experience, or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Experience

+ Functional knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques.

+ Experience with metabolomics sample preparation and chromatography techniques such as HPLC/UHPLC and LC-MS technology.

+ Experience with processing untargeted (DDA/DIA) and targeted (SRM/MRM) Mass Spec data for a metabolomics workflow is required.

+ Hands on experience with Thermo Scientific Orbitrap and/or TSQ Mass Spec series instrumentation is a differentiator.

+ Experience with data processing software such as Compound Discoverer, TraceFinder, Skyline, METLIN and pathway enrichment analysis.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

+ Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

+ Possesses excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate scientific results clearly, concisely, and accurately.

+ Performs successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

+ Exhibits strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Displays outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

+ Has excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to evaluate and manage multiple project tasks effectively.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Work is performed in a laboratory setting with routine exposure to hazardous materials. Strict adherence to safety protocols is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $83,300.00–$111,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

+ A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

+ Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

+ At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

+ Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

+ Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.