FSP – Scientist III – Small Molecule Full-time NEW

Scientist III

Shift: Full-Time; Monday – Friday; 8am-5pm EST

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.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life – enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Discover Impactful Work: As a Scientist III, your role will be to conduct advanced diagnostic tests, ensure the highest accuracy and reliability of laboratory data, mentor junior scientists, and drive continuous improvements in laboratory methodologies and quality standards.

What You'll Do:

• Independently perform method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems. Understand and conform to methods and protocols applicable to assigned tasks. Design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prepare study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.
• Communicate data and technical issues to the client and respond to client needs and questions.
• Mentor, train and coordinate laboratory activities of other team members and assist in troubleshooting instruments and analytical problems.
• Assist with quality systems and new equipment.
• Assist in designing method validation or method transfer protocols and establish project timelines.
• Review, interpret, and analyze data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Perform self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Previous experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).

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:

Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science

Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, UPLC, LC, GC, MS, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, FT-IR, TOC

Full understanding of laboratory requirements, PPD & client SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance

Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks

Proficiency in technical operating systems

Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities

Effective oral and written communication skills

Proven ability in technical writing skills

Time management and project management skills

Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

Ability to train junior staff

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!

Working Conditions and Environment:

• 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.

Why Join Us? When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You'll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience – and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow's breakthrough.

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.