FSP – Scientist – Analytical Development Testing Full-time

Job Title

This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in San Diego, CA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Job Description

Develops and executes instrumental methods of analyses for development compounds, drug substances, raw materials, intermediates, drug product, and packaging materials to develop assays based on new and existing methodologies. Assists in developing and validating testing methodology used to control raw materials, production intermediates, and final products. Conducts work in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. May provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes instrumental methods (e.g. HPLC, GC, TGA, DSC, MS, FTIR) of analyses for development compounds, drug substances, raw materials, intermediates, drug product, and packaging materials.
• Accurately follows established test methods, procedures, and pharmacopeia chapters (e.g. Dissolution) to generate data essential for strategic decision making.
• With supervision, plans and executes in-house stability studies for drug substance's, intermediates, and prototype drug products.
• With supervision and as appropriate, assists/leads the development of analytical methods, investigations for out of specification, out of trend, and/or anomalous results.
• With supervision, collaboratively plans and executes cross functional studies for chemical development and formulation development.
• Recognizes and responds to unexpected or anomalous observations in all activities.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of laboratory work in conformance with company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training.
• Provides detailed reviews of peer generated data as well as that generated from contracted service providers.
• Maintains the inventory of laboratory consumables and clean glassware.
• Coordinates vendors service calls for repair and maintenance of laboratory instruments, with training perform routine maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, maintains complete and accurate records of instrument service and repairs in conformance with company SOPs and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar
• Scientist: Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years')
• OR Masters degree

In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Recognizes fundamental anomalies in data points and identifies issues in experiments / processes
• Begins to understand how to think outside of the technical process and consider the impact decisions will have on the broader scientific goals
• Strong knowledge of one scientific discipline
• Good knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques
• Good knowledge and demonstrated ability working with a variety of laboratory equipment/tools
• Ability to work as part of a team of individuals to meet goals, tasks in a timeline driven setting
• Strong computer skills
• Good communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Good project management skills
• Job Specific Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Proficient in using MS-Excel, MS-Word as well as data systems for computer-controlled instrumentation
• Practical working knowledge of conducting HPLC analysis and troubleshooting
• Some expertise in evaluating analytical data and drawing meaningful conclusions
• Knowledge of cGMP expectations for laboratory records and quality systems
• Ability to provide ideas for process improvements

Working Environment:

Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.

Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.

Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds

Able to work in non-traditional work environments.

Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.

Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $31.00–$38.50.

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